The connection between race and type of delivery has been an increasing public health concern for many years. It is significant because cesarean deliveries are more risky for both mother and baby. This research project analyzes the association between race and type of delivery among women in the United States. We used data (2017-2018 cycle) […]
B01: Hidden Hunger: Confronting Stigma and Solving Food Insecurity
Over winter break, I looked into food insecurity by volunteering at TOPSS food pantry in Oxford. Over the course of break, I helped fill bags for individuals, helped with curbside shopping, and other duties such as stocking and maintaining shelves in the pantry. While doing this experience, I became very interested in understanding how stigma […]
B29: The Relationship between U.S. Citizenship and Depression
Depression is a prevalent mental health disorder that has high social and economic costs around the world. Currently, over 45 million people in the United States are immigrants. Immigration can be a source of stress, and therefore examining the difference between rates of depression between U.S. citizens and non-U.S. citizens could shine a light on […]
B30: Does Coadministration of Marijuana and CNS-active Medications Increase Risk of Hypersomnolence in Young Adults
Author(s): Lily Davidson, Public Health and Premedical Studies Major Advisor(s): Saruna Ghimire, Sociology and Gerontology