Grandchild Contact and Grandparents’ Positive and Negative Emotions in Daily Life: An Analysis Using Self-Report and Language Use Data

Our findings, based on multiple assessment methods (self-report and language use), indicate that grandchild contact is associated with increases in specific self-reported emotions, which are also mirrored in the language used in daily life. These particular emotions (love and pride) may highlight the unique relationship between grandchildren and grandparents, marked by affection and opportunities to express generativity.