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Amanda Holmstrom is a Professor in the Department of Communication at Michigan State University, specializing in communication forms, social support, and their associations with physical, mental, and relational well-being. Her research interests focus on topics such as family communication, health communication, gender and sex differences, and supportive communication, addressing how social support is provided across various contexts. Recent studies conducted by Dr. Holmstrom explore the dynamics of supportive messages exchanged between parole agents and their clients, the impact of social support in the context of farm stress, and the nature of support exchanged within American friendships. Her work highlights the complexities of relational communication and seeks to enhance understanding of interpersonal dynamics in both personal and professional spheres. Dr. Holmstrom also engages in training and research concerning supportive interactions, employing a dynamic dyadic systems approach to analyze communication methods and measures.
Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI
Professor in the Department of Communication focusing on research related to health communication and social support.
Department of Psychology