Housing assistance programs are associated with reduced anxiety and stress, and increased feelings of control. But these programs alone cannot solve the health challenges associated with housing instability.
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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and belief in misinformation were found to be symptoms of the same underlying traits, including perceived victimhood, conflictual behavior, and political ideology.
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Paid sick leave can positively impact mental health, with employees with access to this benefit being 31-64% less likely to report experiencing depression or anxiety daily.
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With no federal regulation to address gun violence, safety measures like lockdown drills and armed personnel are commonplace in schools. But these practices take a toll on student mental health.
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As Americans age, participating in daily accessible physical activity like stair climbing can reduce the risk of disease and improve overall health.
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Sukhi Samra, director of the Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration and Mayors for Guaranteed Income, discusses how the programs started and their response since, as well as how policymakers can construct initiatives that better fit the needs of communities.
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As rates of food insecurity continue to rise across the country, cities are exploring innovative solutions to address the nutritional needs of their diverse communities.
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Decriminalization can reduce drug-related arrests and improve racial equity, but it does not fully eliminate structural racism from arrest practices.
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After the Dobbs v. Jackson decision, Choose Well, a state initiative to reduce unintended pregnancies in South Carolina, greatly improved access to contraception, particularly IUDs, which increased from just 37% of clinics offering them to over 85%.
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Financial concerns are the top reason people may opt for multigenerational living. But money aside – relationships between parents and children can be complicated.
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