Articles tagged with Socioeconomics
Research from the University of Minnesota finds that people who grew up poor are more likely to take risks for immediate rewards when feeling threatened. In contrast, those raised in a more predictable environment respond by becoming more cautious.
A new study found a strong correlation between income levels and celiac disease diagnosis accuracy, with higher-income individuals more likely to receive accurate diagnoses. The study's authors suggest that socioeconomic factors, including health literacy and access to information, may contribute to this disparity.
A new study found that people with higher social status respond more strongly to information about others of higher status, while those with lower status respond more strongly to information about others of lower status. This effect is linked to the brain's value system and has important implications for social behavior and interactions.
A study found nearly one in five patients with heart failure have low health literacy, which is associated with a higher all-cause risk of death. Patients with low health literacy were more likely to have coexisting illnesses and had a higher risk of mortality after adjusting for demographic variables.
A study found nearly 60% of children with newly diagnosed epilepsy showed persistent nonadherence during the first 6 months of therapy. Lower socioeconomic status was associated with higher non-adherence rates, indicating a need for intervention studies to optimize adherence early in treatment.
A US study found that adolescent girls and young women living in high socioeconomic neighborhoods are more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma. The incidence of melanoma increased over time among these groups, highlighting the need for targeted prevention efforts.
A recent study published in PLOS Medicine found that health behaviors play a weaker role in socio-economic disparities in mortality among European cohorts compared to British Whitehall II. The findings highlight the importance of understanding cultural differences in the social patterning of unhealthy behaviors.
A study published in Epilepsia reveals that patients with epilepsy and low socioeconomic status experience more uncontrolled seizures, drug-related side effects, and a lower quality of life. Low SES patients also use hospital emergency rooms more frequently and have more visits to general practitioners.
The symposium explores the shrinking distance between humans and nature, with increased trade and technological advancements having significant consequences for environmental sustainability. World-renowned experts will present on the topic of telecoupling, highlighting new dynamics in human-nature interactions.
A new study from the University of Cincinnati found that patients with lower socioeconomic status have worse stroke severity at presentation. Researchers analyzed 1,933 cases of ischemic stroke and discovered that poorer patients had significantly increased initial stroke severity.
A study of over 90,000 Medicare managed care patients with rheumatoid arthritis found significant variations in the receipt of recommended medications. Demographic factors such as age, sex, race, socioeconomic status, and geographic location played a role in determining medication use.
Research found that children from poorer families show almost no improvements in cognitive ability driven by their genes, while wealthier children have more opportunities to reach their potential. The study's findings suggest that environmental factors can help children begin to reach their genetic potentials at a younger age.
A UCLA study found that college graduates from underprivileged backgrounds are up to 10 times more likely to volunteer than their non-college-educated counterparts. In contrast, advantaged graduates show a five-fold increase in volunteering rates compared to non-college graduates.
A study found that African American patients with Parkinson's disease have more severe parkinsonism and greater disability compared to white patients. Lower socioeconomic status is also associated with increased disease severity and reduced access to effective treatments, such as newer dopaminergic medications.
Researchers model how Neolithic transition was halted by population density of hunter-gatherers. The findings confirm archeological data that challenge the assumption of climate adaptation as a primary factor.
A study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers found that positive psychological attributes, such as meaningful relationships and a sense of purpose, can counteract the negative effects of socioeconomic status on health. The study suggests that these characteristics may moderate the levels of inflammatory protein Interleukin-6 ...
A UCSF study confirms that a woman's race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status impact whether healthcare providers recommend the most effective form of contraception. The interaction between these factors also plays a role in clinicians' decisions.
African-American women with breast cancer experience longer delays in treatment compared to white women, even when controlling for socioeconomic status and insurance type. The study found that the time to treatment lags behind recommended guidelines by an average of 12 days.
A new UCLA study suggests that socioeconomic status is a major driver of cardiovascular disease risk disparities in the United States. The researchers found that lower socioeconomic status was associated with higher risk across all racial and ethnic groups.
Research suggests that combat experiences can set the trajectory of a veteran's life, leading to increased rates of disability and unemployment. Alair MacLean found that combat veterans are more likely to be disabled and unemployed in their mid-20s and throughout their worklife.
A new study found that socioeconomic status predicts survival of Canadian cancer patients, with those from poorer backgrounds facing higher mortality rates. The study also suggests that factors such as cancer biology and access to treatment may play a role in these disparities.
Poor children with hearing loss have equal access to cochlear implants, but experience more complications and poor follow-up compliance compared to their higher-income peers. The study found a five-fold greater risk of complications in Medicaid-insured children, highlighting the need for improved access to these life-changing devices.
The study analyzed health-related quality of life in Gaza before, during, and after the 2009 Israeli attack. The findings show a significant decline in quality of life, with nearly half of respondents reporting less-than-good scores. The survey also identified urgent needs, including home repair, a source of livelihood, and utilities.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have found that mortality rates from alcohol-related diseases are over four times higher in deprived areas compared to less deprived areas. Deaths from such diseases are increasing despite public awareness campaigns, highlighting the need for targeted policies to reduce harm caused by alcohol.
A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that spouses of dementia sufferers have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia themselves. The risk is six times higher for those whose spouse develops dementia, particularly men.
The study found a strong association between the Human Development Index and rates of stem cell transplantation for acute myeloid leukemia patients. Countries with higher HDI scores had significantly better outcomes, including reduced risk of relapse and improved leukemia-free survival.
The largest European study on socioeconomic status and breast cancer survival found that women from poorer backgrounds had worse outcomes, even after adjusting for tumor size and stage. Women from the poorest backgrounds were a fifth more likely to die within ten years of diagnosis than those from the wealthiest backgrounds.
An analysis of nearly 25 years of data found a strong association between socioeconomic position and risk of death, with health behaviors explaining 42% of the association. Health behaviors assessed at baseline explained 29% of the gradient for cardiovascular mortality, increasing to 45% when entered as time-dependent covariates.
African American women living in neighborhoods with lower socioeconomic status are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The study found a direct link between neighborhood environment and risk for the disease, with even well-educated women affected.
A new study found that women with medium or low income levels are more susceptible to anxiety and depression after being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). Women with financial hardship may benefit from psychosocial interventions designed to accommodate their unique needs.
A new study found that low socioeconomic status affects cortisol levels in children over time, with nearly doubling the cortisol levels of high-SES children. The research suggests a biological explanation for why low-SES children may be more vulnerable to developing psychiatric and physical illnesses later in life.
Students with low socioeconomic status showed significant improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness and fat-free mass after daily school physical activity classes. The study found that these children increased their VO2max by 14% and gained 2.6% more lean body mass.
A Swiss study found that prostate cancer patients with lower incomes receive worse care and have a higher risk of dying from the disease. The research suggests that socioeconomic status plays a significant role in prostate cancer mortality, with poorer patients receiving less comprehensive treatment and more advanced stages at diagnosis.
A recent study found that African Americans and whites with similar incomes and living environments have similar diabetes rates, contradicting national trends. Environmental factors are thought to contribute to racial disparities in diabetes prevalence.
A new Harvard study estimates nearly 45,000 annual deaths are associated with a lack of health insurance, up from an earlier estimate of 18,000. The uninsured face a 40% higher risk of death compared to those with private insurance.
A recent study found that middle-aged men with strong masculine beliefs are almost 50% less likely to obtain preventative healthcare services. The research suggests that deep-seated masculinity beliefs reduce compliance with recommended health services, and even education level can moderate this effect.
A study of 6,476 adults aged 70+ found no link between cognitive decline and socioeconomic status. However, seniors who never married or are widowers tend to perform poorer as they age.
A University of Rochester Medical Center study found that including socioeconomic status in the Framingham Risk Scoring tool can nearly double the number of patients at risk for death or disease. This could lead to increased eligibility for cholesterol-lowering medications and other treatments, with a potential 15% increase.
A study of 159,856 individuals found that socioeconomic status, gender, and marital status are significant predictors of sleep disturbances. Women reported more sleep problems than men, while married individuals slept better than single individuals.
Research published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association found that individuals with higher education levels consumed diets with lower energy density and higher nutrient content. These diets were also associated with lower costs per kilocalorie, but only among women with higher socioeconomic status.
A study published in SLEEP found that low-income patients with obstructive sleep apnea are less likely to start CPAP therapy, with odds of acceptance increasing by 140% for each increase in income level. Physicians can play a crucial role in improving CPAP adherence by providing education and support to patients and spouses.
A recent study found that socioeconomic status is linked to an increased risk of developing lung cancer, with Europeans having lower education levels experiencing a higher incidence. The research suggests that while smoking accounts for approximately half of this risk, diet and other factors also play a role in the disparity.
Research links fast food establishments to increased stroke risk in neighborhoods, with a 1% relative risk for each restaurant. The study suggests targeting areas with high fast-food presence for prevention programs.
A study by Michael W. Kraus and Dacher Keltner found that nonverbal cues, such as disengagement behaviors, can give away a person's socioeconomic status. Volunteers from upper SES backgrounds displayed more disengagement-related behaviors compared to those from lower SES backgrounds.
A study found that automation and mechanization improved worker productivity and earnings in the nursery and greenhouse industries. Continuous skill improvements and year-round workforce availability are essential for sustaining industry growth.
A University of British Columbia study found that heart disease patients living in lower socioeconomic neighborhoods are more vulnerable to death from chronic diseases, particularly cancer. The researchers suggest that the trend may reflect the higher overall stress experienced by patients in low socioeconomic areas.
Research found that parental education moderates genetic influences on reading disability, suggesting genes play a larger role in high-education families. The study's results have implications for national education policies, suggesting a more nuanced approach to meeting academic standards.
A study analyzed 45,528 patients with diverticulitis and found that racial disparities in outcomes may be related to initial condition rather than treatment differences. Insurance status was associated with complicated presentation, in-hospital mortality, and receiving a colostomy.
The study, which analyzed socio-economic data from 14,000 households in 27 tropical countries, found that healthy coral reefs are crucial for communities' livelihoods and food security. Despite decades-old recommendations, effective implementation of these recommendations is still a challenge in many parts of the world.
A new study by University of Oregon sociologists found that Americans who are unemployed, incarcerated, or impoverished are more likely to be classified as black, regardless of their past self-identification. The research suggests that race is closely tied to social status and can be altered by changes in economic position.
Researchers found that low-income children's brains function differently from those of high-income peers, with detectable differences in prefrontal cortex response to visual stimuli. This study provides a direct measure of brain activity and sheds light on the impact of socioeconomic status on brain development.
The study found that population-wide best-practice interventions could reduce coronary heart disease mortality by 57% and the difference between socioeconomic groups by 69%. Primordial prevention strategies could achieve even greater reductions, up to 86%.
A new study reveals that poorer socioeconomic status increases mortality risk in non-Hodgkin lymphoma patients, while chemotherapy reduces the risk. Ethnic disparities are also observed, with African-Americans less likely to receive chemotherapy and living in poorer communities.
Researchers found that people's preferences on how the federal government should spend its money are overwhelmingly similar across socioeconomic groups. The study concluded that the government acts on all income groups because it can't tell the difference or to represent public views as a whole.
A cohort of half a million patients in Taiwan found that chronic kidney disease has a high prevalence and associated all-cause mortality, especially in low socioeconomic status groups. CKD is treatable and preventable at earlier stages, but awareness and treatment are often lacking globally.
A study analyzing national surveys found racial disparities in colon cancer screening rates, with blacks and Hispanics having lower rates than whites. The findings suggest that culturally targeted interventions and improved access to healthcare may help address these disparities.
A new study by the American Cancer Society finds that individuals with low socioeconomic status have more advanced cancers at diagnosis, receive less aggressive treatment, and have a higher risk of dying in the five years following cancer diagnosis. The study supports the need to focus on socioeconomic status as an important underlying...
Research findings show that maternal depression, breastfeeding, and a lower socioeconomic status are associated with less infant sleep duration in the first six months of life. Infants from lower-income households and those receiving breast milk slept fewer hours than their counterparts.
A study found that Mexican-American men are more likely to endorse traditional masculine roles than European-American or black men. High SES is linked to a stronger adherence to these roles, even at the expense of emotional pressure.
A study of 600 adolescent girls found that 90% experienced sexual harassment, with varying levels of reporting depending on age, socioeconomic status, and exposure to feminist ideas. Girls who felt pressure to conform to gender stereotypes or were unhappy with traditional roles were more likely to report sexism.