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Supporting Adults to Support Young Children
September 1, 2013 | Report
Three programs apply different strategies to support parents and teachers in improving young, vulnerable children’s social-emotional growth and academic learning.
Using Native Values and Strengths to Help People Heal
Story
Victor Joseph was named an RWJF Community Health Leader in 2001 for his leadership of an addiction recovery program for Alaska Natives. Today he works to expand access to health care for the 42 tribes living in the interior of Alaska.
One Public Health Nurse’s Full Circle Journey
July 26, 2013 | Human Capital Blog Post
"I stay in public health because I believe in the power it has to effect change in the community. I am attuned to this because of how it effected change in my own life."
Childhood Trauma
Topic
Topic page on RWJF's investment in programs focused on childhood trauma.
After Trayvon, 10 Reasons for Hope
July 17, 2013 | Culture of Health Post
RWJF is investing $5 million to support 10 initiatives to improve the health of young men of color and improve their chances for success.
Weight Change and Depression Among U.S. Young Women During the Transition to Adulthood
July 9, 2013 | Journal Article
In adolescent females, weight gain and obesity were risk factors for depression onset during the transition to adulthood according to research findings.
The Porch Light Initiative
June 10, 2013 | Video
In Philadelphia, clients of behavior health agencies work together with artists and the community to create large-scale murals. The result: vibrant public art and a deeper, healing connection to the community.
Treating Depression in Single Black Mothers
June 4, 2013 | Story
RWJF Scholar seeks to improve mental health care for a population at risk.
Adverse Childhood Experiences
May 10, 2013 | Feature/Infographic
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is working to increase awareness and understanding of the impact of ACEs and the need to develop effective innovative interventions.
Care Managers for Perinatal Depression
May 2, 2013 | Story
Lancaster General Health added depression care managers to the team of perinatal providers in order to ensure attention is paid to this disorder.