Research Archives

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

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

09.25.2023 young man stands in field of crops wearing a virtual reality headset as part of an agricultural safety program

Simulated Agricultural Safety: Turn On, Tune In, Crop Out

Farming is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. To better train farmers and enhance agricultural safety, virtual reality technology is being used with promising results.

Fellow Sean Hagan

09.19.2023 close up of man breaking cigarette in half, symbolizing smoking cessation

Social Media and Smoking Cessation

In the first large-scale study examining anti-tobacco campaigns on social media, people responded more positively to messaging about the negative affects of smoking on the lives of those they care about most.

Guest Author Hong Xue

09.12.2023 older asian woman smiling and waving to her neighbor below

Connecting With Your Neighbors May Improve Their Health

Having strong neighborhood cohesion – or the perception of trust and connectedness between neighbors – can serve as protection for older adults against the assumed negative impacts of living alone.

Guest Author Yanping Jiang

09.06.2023 illustration depicting psychological abuse in a relationship

Financial Warfare: Economic Abuse In Intimate Relationships

In the U.S., victims of economic abuse with low financial literacy face additional barriers to establishing the financial stability necessary to leave abusive relationships. Important lessons for supporting these victims may be found abroad.

Fellow Adna Jaganjac

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