Having disability increases likelihood of food insecurity despite federal programs to prevent
This research brief shows how such high rates of food insecurity among the disabled population stems from ineffective national policies the many ways in which disabilities increase risk of food insecurity.
Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health is Better in States with Mandated Mental Health Policies
‘Walk with a Doc’™ Gets Rural Madison County Moving Together
This issue brief discusses a collaboration between the SU Lerner Center and Madison County Rural Health Council to increase physical activity and doctor-patient interactions by instituting “Walk with a Doc” programming.
Childhood Sexual Abuse: The Truth behind the Trauma
This issue brief discusses the hurdles for child victims of sexual assault and the initiatives taking place across the country to combat stereotypes and bring justice to children and their families.
Understanding Opioid Users' Views on Fentanyl could help Reduce Overdoses
This research brief summarizes the findings from their research conducted in southwestern Pennsylvania in 2017 and 2018.
There are Multiple and Geographically Distinct Opioid Crises in the U.S.
This research brief summarizes the findings from a study just published in the American Journal of Public Health. The study shows that there are at least four geographically distinct opioid overdose crises in the U.S.
Food Assistance May Help Families Prevent Emergency Department Visits for Child Asthma
Screen Media use is Higher among Preschool Children from More Chaotic Homes
Gratitude as an Antidote to Anxiety and Depression: All the Benefits, None of the Side Effects
Economic Hardship during Childhood Increases the Risk of Premature Death Later in Life
The Stories behind the Struggle: A Closer Look at First Experiences with Opioid Misuse
This research brief dives into the stories behind opioid use initiation and provides intervention strategies.
A Tale of Two Statistics: Has Unemployment among Adults with Disabilities Really Declined?
This data slice describes that although the unemployment rate has declined among both those with and without disabilities, the percentage of working-age adults in both groups who are out of the labor force altogether (i.e., not looking for work or unable to work) is higher than a decade ago.
Targeted Advertising Can Increase Healthy Food Choices Among College Students
This research brief describes a successful healthy food marketing strategy that was used at Syracuse University to promote healthy food purchasing among college students.
The Increase in Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome from Opioids Affects Us All
More Kindergarteners are Exempted from Required School Vaccinations than in the Past
Incentivizing Participation in Diabetes Self-Management Education with Fruit & Vegetable Vouchers
This research brief describes the results of a 12-month, diabetes self-management education and fruit and vegetable purchase assistance intervention designed to improve diabetes self-management knowledge and health outcomes among adults diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
Jumpstart your Week with a Monday Mile
This issue brief discusses the benefits of kick starting your week with a Monday Mile and profile a local community that created several Monday Mile routes where local residents can interact and be active.