A majority of Nebraskans say they are not lonely, but about a third report feeling lonely at least some of the time 鈥斅燼nd reported loneliness is higher among younger, unemployed, single and lower-income residents.
A majority of Nebraskans say they are not lonely, but about a third report feeling lonely at least some of the time 鈥斅燼nd reported loneliness is higher among younger, unemployed, single and
The study focused on how stigma, social background and emotional factors impact white-collar offenders as they transition into society after prison and how modern technology, including social media, intensifies the stigma of imprisonment. While white-collar offenders typically face less difficulty securing employment and housing, due to stronger social networks and resources, they experience heightened anxiety about social stigma, particularly through online exposure. Their middle-class status increases vulnerability to public shaming, leading many to seek mental health support to cope with these challenges.
Socioeconomically disadvantaged groups may still be underusing emergency departments for potentially serious illnesses in the wake of the COVID pandemic, despite an overall rebound in emergency department use by 2022.
A state-run pilot program aimed at helping North Carolina Medicaid recipients address their health-related social needs, such as food insecurity and housing instability, led to less spending over time compared to what would have been expected otherwise.
An expanding initiative between Newark and the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School is bringing health care 鈥� and hope 鈥� to the city鈥檚 unhoused population
A new homelessness prevention toolkit is now available to help cities and counties across the country take a proactive approach to reducing homelessness. Developed through a collaboration among the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) at the University of Notre Dame, Results for America and Destination: Home, this toolkit equips communities with a data-driven approach to keep families housed and avoid the costly and disruptive consequences of homelessness.
Fremont, California, has聽passed a first-of-its-kind ordinance that bans homeless encampments and makes it a crime to 鈥渁id鈥� or 鈥渁bet鈥� them.
This media brief provides expert quotes and data discussing immigrant residents, both documented and undocumented, in the context of their impact on crime rates.
January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Dr. Tusty ten Bensel, a professor of criminal justice and associate dean at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, is highlighting her work to address human trafficking in Arkansas. As a member of the Arkansas Human Trafficking Council, she plays a vital role in shaping statewide efforts to combat this issue.
Children born into poor families are more likely to exhibit aggressive, impulsive behaviors throughout childhood, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.
More than a decade of work with youth experiencing homelessness and HIV prevention has led to a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) for Diane Santa Maria, DrPH, MSN, RN, dean of Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston.
Institutions often lead a variety of activities to achieve their lofty goals. However, understanding the scope and scale of their contributions to the community is important for ascertaining progress.
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Researchers examine unintended consequences associated with pretrial detention that make it difficult for detainees and members of their households to meet their financial obligations.
The College of Arts & Letters at the University of Notre Dame has launched a data-focused research effort that will foster and advance multidisciplinary work on a wide range of pressing demographic issues facing society, including poverty, rising inequality, declining health in the United States, family instability and falling religious participation.
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded $75 million to a consortium of leading global institutions, including the Pulte Institute for Global Development at the University of Notre Dame鈥檚 Keough School of Global Affairs, to enhance the effectiveness of poverty alleviation programs through research.
New research from Wake Forest University School of Medicine suggests that living in a disadvantaged neighborhood is associated with higher blood pressure and lower cognitive scores, even among people who do not have an existing diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment.
In the United States, homelessness is a persistent challenge intertwined with issues like mental health and addiction. Policy debates often struggle to make meaningful progress, burdened by stigma, prejudice, and politics. However, Dr. Deborah Padgett, a professor at NYU鈥檚 Silver School of Social Work, is using data-driven research to explore practical solutions.
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