Can measuring coercive conflict in family dyads be easier? The psychometrics of coercion measures.

Journal of Family Psychology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Amy M. Smith Slep, Richard E. Heyman, Kelly A. Daly, Danielle M. Mitnick, Michael F. Lorber, Kimberly A. Rhoades
DOI: 10.1037/fam0001451
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Abstract

= 71) dyads. Overall, our new measures show mixed but encouraging signs of convergent and concurrent validity. Future low-cost measures may allow for the assessment of coercive conflict in mental and physical health care and expand research on this important dyadic process. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).

Fields of Study & Subjects

Intimate Partner and Family Violence Attachment and Relationship Dynamics Counseling Therapy and Family Dynamics

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Family Psychology
Volume
40
Issue
3
Pages
424–434
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN