Research Spotlights

Our research spotlights focus on behavioral and social sciences funded by the National Institutes of Health. These articles are for informational purposes only. They do not signify endorsement of specific studies or offer medical or treatment advice.

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Research Spotlights: February 2022

Increased anxiety and worrying may lead to increase heart disease and diabetes risk factors in men at younger ages

Cash payments to low-income families impact infant brain activity

Access to ambulatory healthcare services decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for poorer Americans

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Research Spotlights: January 2022

The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on sleep and mental health of health care workers

Education’s protective effect against midlife mental health challenges may be decreasing for Americans

AI may help improve doctor-patient communication