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How Autism Spectrum Disorder And Food Security Are Correlated With Childhood Affection And Mental Health In The United States: Results From The 2019 National Survey Of Children’S Health, Nicola Calabrese
Sociology Student Scholarship
Nicola Calabrese ’22
Major: Elementary and Special Education
Minor: Sociology
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brandon Martinez, Sociology
This study examines the relationship between autism and mental health as well as affection rates amongst children. I analyze data from the 2019 National Survey of Children’s Health, a nationally representative sample of children aged 0 to 17, which was collected by the US Census Bureau. Multivariate binary logistic models reveal that children with autism are significantly less likely to be affectionate toward others. I also find that children diagnosed with autism are significantly more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety and depression, even …
The Impact Of Socioeconomic Status, Race, And Food Security On Mental And Physical Health, Andrea Delgado
The Impact Of Socioeconomic Status, Race, And Food Security On Mental And Physical Health, Andrea Delgado
Sociology Student Scholarship
Andrea Delgado ’22
Major: Sociology
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brandon Martinez, Sociology
The purpose of this study is to examine how an individual‚ race, socioeconomic status, and their household food security are correlated with physical and mental health outcomes. We propose that those with lower socioeconomic status and food security, as well as Non-Whites, are negatively correlated with better physical and mental health outcomes.