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Coping with a partner who drinks too much: does anything work?

J G Barber1, R Gilbertson

  • 1School of Social Administration and Social Work, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia.

Substance Use & Misuse
|March 1, 1997
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Positive coping strategies benefit partners of heavy drinkers only when the drinker is sober. This coping pattern explains little of the partner's well-being, suggesting tailored approaches are needed.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Addiction Studies

Background:

  • Partners of individuals with heavy alcohol use often experience significant distress.
  • Understanding effective coping mechanisms for these partners is crucial for their well-being.
  • Previous research has not fully differentiated coping efficacy based on drinker's state.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of positive and negative coping responses by partners of heavy drinkers.
  • To compare these responses under conditions of drinker intoxication versus sobriety.
  • To identify coping strategies that enhance partner well-being.

Main Methods:

  • A multiple regression study was conducted.
  • Efficacy of positive and negative coping responses was assessed.

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  • Data were collected under conditions of drinker intoxication and sobriety.

    • Main Results:

    • Only positive coping responses when the drinker was sober were associated with higher partner well-being.
    • This specific coping pattern explained a small proportion of the variance in partner well-being.
    • No other coping response type or drinker state combination showed a significant positive association.

    Conclusions:

    • Intervention programs should avoid generalized recommendations for coping behaviors.
    • Effective strategies for partners of heavy drinkers must consider situational factors and individual differences.
    • Tailored support is essential for improving the quality of life for partners affected by heavy drinking.