The impact of economic distress on life expectancy and educational disparities
Economic distress and growing educational disparities in life expectancy: Weathering, high effort coping, and despair
This study looks at how money troubles, like losing jobs, impact how long people live and their education levels in different groups across the U.S., helping us understand why some communities face more health challenges than others.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10433969 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how economic distress affects life expectancy and educational disparities across different populations in the U.S. By analyzing various data sources, the researchers aim to understand the relationship between economic factors, such as job loss due to globalization and automation, and mortality rates. They will explore how these trends vary by race, gender, age, and location, and examine the specific causes of death that contribute to these disparities. The study seeks to provide insights into the mechanisms behind these inequalities and their implications for public health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse educational backgrounds and economic statuses, particularly those experiencing economic distress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by economic distress or who have stable economic conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that improve health equity and life expectancy among disadvantaged populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that economic factors significantly influence health outcomes, suggesting that this study builds on established findings while exploring new dimensions.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Geronimus, Arline T — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Geronimus, Arline T
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.