Program Developed by RWJF Executive Nurse Fellow Provides Lasting Benefits to Low-Income Parents
May 8, 2013 | Story
In award-winning study, RWJF Scholars find culturally sensitive parenting program works well.
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Why New Moms Are Not Getting Enough Sleep
December 12, 2012 | News Release
Study identifies factors that keep new mothers from getting the sleep they need.
Interventions to Improve Parental Communication About Sex
March 1, 2011 | Journal Article
Adolescents can benefit from a parent talking to them about sex parents can learn better ways to communicate.
Children's Development Depends on Nature, Nurture and the Interplay Between the Two, Study Finds
March 1, 2011 | Story
Research by RWJF Health & Society Scholar shows that fearful children are more vulnerable to the negative effects of growing up in "rough neighborhoods."
Miscarriage or Stillbirth Increases Risk of Breakup or Divorce
November 17, 2010 | Story
Couples might need to take steps to safeguard their relationships after the loss of a baby. A Clinical Scholar finds that family members, hospitals and care providers can help.
Achievements & Accolades
June 23, 2010 | Story
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You Have to Give Her That Confidence - Conversations about Sex in Hispanic Mother-Daughter Dyads
February 28, 2006 | Journal Article
The study sample was comprised of 10 mother-daughter dyads and four additional individuals.
Parental Media Mediation Styles for Children Aged 2 to 11 Years
April 1, 2006 | Journal Article
A number of negative health consequences in children have been associated with overexposure to media. The goal of this research was to better understand parental approaches to influencing children's use of media (television, video and computer). An ...
Feeding Her Children, But Risking Her Health
June 1, 2012 | Journal Article
This study examines the negative correlation between weight related to food insecurity for mothers and non-mothers. Food insecure mothers are more likely to be overweight and obese than their childfree female counterparts. Single mothers are more likely to experience food insecurity compared to married or cohabitating mothers.
National Diaper Need Awareness Week
September 4, 2012 | Human Capital Blog Post
This year, the National Diaper Bank Network is recognizing the week of September 10-17 as National Diaper Need Awareness Week, and local diaper banks across the country have asked their state and local officials to do the same.