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Dyadic Health Behavior Change

Meaning

Dyadic Health Behavior Change describes the process where two individuals in a close relationship, such as romantic partners, collaboratively modify their health-related actions, resulting in mutual and sustained improvements in well-being. This approach recognizes that health behaviors, including diet, exercise, and sleep hygiene, are often interdependent rather than independently performed. It is a fundamental component of relational health science aimed at promoting synchronized positive outcomes. This change process leverages the social context for greater adherence and efficacy.