Research Archives

11.14.2023 young boy laying on couch watching YouTube on iPad

What’s In Child-Influencer YouTube Videos? Food and Beverage Brands

Unhealthy food and beverage brands are often present in YouTube videos targeted at young children, fueling kids' interest in seeking out and consuming these nutritiously poor products.

Guest Author Frances Fleming

11.09.2023 close up of elderly man's hands, leaning on cane

Community Elderly Support: Home Sweet Home

The CAPABLE program offers a coordinated community approach that allows elderly adults to age and thrive independently in the comfort of their own home.

Fellow Sean Hagan

11.02.2023 young girl looks at phone with depressed face

Health Equity

Gender Matters in ‘Revenge Porn’ Behaviors and Punishments

Perceptions of what constitutes revenge porn and who distributes the images without the owner's consent may lead to different reporting and possible legal outcomes for offenders.

Guest Authors Iman Said, Rachel McNealey

10.30.2023 dark hallway lined with jail cells, depicting incarceration and the prison system

Mortality After Youth Incarceration

Young people incarcerated in adult prisons and jails were 60% more likely to die before age 39 compared to those with placements in youth facilities.

Fellow Caroline Dignard

10.24.2023 mother and daughter having conversation on couch about sex, contraception

Sexual & Reproductive Health
Adolescent Health

Navigating Parent-Teen Conversations About Sex

Talking to your teen about sex is essential, and it's never too early to start.

Guest Author Julia Durante

10.19.2023 walk signal on at crosswalk, signifying it is safe for pedestrians to cross

Health Equity

Structural Racism and Pedestrian Safety

The rate of present-day pedestrian fatalities is highest in neighborhoods that were historically redlined.

Fellow Kara Schmidt

10.17.2023 depressed veteran sitting on floor dialing phone

Answering the Call: Veterans Crisis Line

The Veterans Crisis Line plays a critical role in supporting veterans and reducing their risk of suicide, with many seeking additional treatment and behavioral health resources after contacting the line.

Fellow Adna Jaganjac

10.11.2023 close up of older woman brushing teeth, signifying good oral health

Oral Health for Life

Poor oral health can have devastating health consequences, but accessing appropriate dental care can be difficult, especially for elderly Americans.

Fellow Caroline Dignard

10.04.2023 image of dimly lit school hallway

Disparities in Mental Health Services in Schools

The availability of school-based mental health services varies geographically, with rural and suburban areas being less likely to offer diagnostic assessments and treatment services than urban areas.

Guest Author Janessa Graves

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