How state economic support policies can help prevent child abuse and neglect during and after COVID-19
Official title: State economic support policies on the prevention of child abuse and neglect during and post the COVID-19 pandemic: Bridging evidence with policy implementation
Funded at University of Georgia · NIH-10932950 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how financial support for families during and after the COVID-19 pandemic can help prevent child abuse and neglect, especially for those who are struggling financially, and it aims to find the best ways to support these families in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $132,381 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HD110683-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932950 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are families with children aged 0-11 years living in economically disadvantaged communities.
✕Less likely to help
Families not experiencing economic hardship or those with children outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of economic support policies on preventing child abuse and neglect (CAN) during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on how these policies can improve the well-being of families, particularly those in economically disadvantaged situations, by enhancing caregiving capacity. The study will analyze various state-level policies implemented in response to the pandemic and their effectiveness in reducing risks associated with CAN. By engaging local communities, the research aims to identify and implement effective community-based strategies for CAN prevention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective policies that significantly reduce instances of child abuse and neglect.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that economic support policies can positively impact family well-being, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Georgia
Athens, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Liwei — University of Georgia
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Liwei
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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.