Social Determinants of Health: What Research Shows About Addressing Root Causes
Social factors including income, housing, and education drive health outcomes more than healthcare access. Research on interventions that address thes...
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End of Life Care: What Research Shows About What Patients Want and What They Get
Most Americans say they want to die at home, comfortably and with family present. Most die in hospitals and nursing facilities, often with unwanted in...
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Research on Psilocybin, MDMA, and Ketamine for Mental Health
Psychedelic compounds are being rigorously studied for the first time in decades. Research on psilocybin and MDMA for depression and PTSD has produced...
The Hidden Curriculum: What Schools Teach Without Trying
Beyond syllabi and standards, schools transmit values, expectations, and social norms. Understanding the hidden curriculum is essential for anyone ser...
Postpartum Depression: What Research Shows About Recognition and Treatment
Postpartum depression is the most common complication of childbirth, yet it is frequently unrecognized and undertreated. Research on its causes and ef...
Maternal Mortality in the United States: Understanding a Persistent Crisis
The United States has one of the highest maternal mortality rates among wealthy nations. Researchers and clinicians have identified clear patterns in ...
Healthcare Price Transparency: What Research Shows About Costs and Consumer Behavior
Federal rules requiring hospitals and insurers to publish prices have created a transparency revolution. Research on whether consumers use this inform...
Tax Policy and Inequality: What Research Shows About Redistribution
Tax policy is among the most powerful tools governments have for addressing economic inequality. Understanding what research shows about tax effects o...
Standardized Testing in K-12 Schools: Evidence, Equity, and Reform
Standardized tests are among the most debated tools in American education. Understanding the evidence on their uses, limitations, and equity implicati...
Veterans Healthcare and Mental Health: What Research Shows About Outcomes and Gaps
The Veterans Health Administration serves millions of veterans. Research on its effectiveness, its mental health programs, and persistent gaps in care...