Effects of parents going to jail on children's health and wellbeing
Implications of Parental Incarceration for Child Health and Wellbeing
This study looks at how having a mom or dad in jail affects kids' health and happiness as they grow up, comparing those kids to others whose parents aren't incarcerated, to better understand the challenges they face from birth to young adulthood.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880548 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the incarceration of mothers and fathers affects the health and wellbeing of their children from birth to young adulthood. By analyzing data from two large birth cohorts, the study aims to assess various developmental outcomes, including physical and mental health, education, and social behaviors. The research will compare children with incarcerated parents to those without, providing a comprehensive view of the impacts across different stages of childhood and into early adulthood. This approach addresses previous limitations in research by utilizing extensive data and focusing on high-risk environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0 to 21 who have experienced parental incarceration.
Not a fit: Children whose parents have never been incarcerated may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support and interventions for children affected by parental incarceration, enhancing their health and wellbeing.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on parental incarceration, this research aims to fill gaps in understanding by utilizing a large and comprehensive dataset, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Font, Sarah — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Font, Sarah
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.