Nick Frye

Nick Frye is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Sciences and Design at Baylor University, affiliated with the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences. He is a faculty member in the Child and Family Studies program, where he teaches courses such as CFS 3304: Introduction to Research and CFS 3356: Theories of Family Development.

Research Interests: Dr. Frye's research focuses on emotional competence, stress and resilience in families—particularly military and stepfamilies—and dyadic data analysis. He investigates how emotional regulation and expression influence close relationships and overall well-being across diverse family structures. His work integrates psychological and systemic perspectives on family functioning.

Publication Trends: His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on emotional dynamics within military and stepfamilies, using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Common themes include emotion regulation, marital satisfaction, parenting practices, and adolescent adjustment, often analyzed through dyadic or longitudinal frameworks.

Scientific Engagement: His work has been published in top-tier journals including the Journal of Marriage and Family, Journal of Family Psychology, and Family Process, and presented at national conferences such as those hosted by the American Psychological Association and the National Council on Family Relations.

Advising and Grants: While specific advisees and grant funding are not mentioned in the available text, his postdoctoral experience with Military REACH at Auburn University suggests involvement in federally supported research on military family resilience. His scholarly trajectory indicates active engagement in family science and emotional development research.

Laboratories and Research Teams: Dr. Frye was previously associated with Military REACH at Auburn University, a research initiative focused on strengthening military families through evidence-based outreach and scientific inquiry. At Baylor, he likely contributes to family science research through independent and collaborative projects, though no formal lab is currently mentioned.