Exploring how social class and power affect health differences over time
Analyzing the roles of social class and power dynamics in health disparities over the life course
This study looks at how being poor and Black in the U.S. affects health and well-being, focusing on how money and job power play a role, to find ways to help improve health for these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10805085 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the significant health disparities experienced by poor and Black individuals in the U.S., particularly focusing on how socioeconomic factors and power dynamics in the workplace contribute to these issues. By examining the cumulative effects of social class on self-rated health, mental illness, and mortality throughout a person's life, the study aims to uncover the root causes of these disparities. The approach includes analyzing historical trends in labor conditions and power imbalances between workers and employers, with the goal of identifying ways to improve health outcomes for affected populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from low-income backgrounds or Black populations who are experiencing health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of low-income or Black communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions to reduce health disparities among marginalized groups.
How similar studies have performed: While previous studies have explored the effects of wages and working conditions on health, this research uniquely applies relational theories to examine class power dynamics, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eisenberg-Guyot, Jerzy — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Eisenberg-Guyot, Jerzy
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.