What does partisan political hostility mean for America?

Contact: Jon Meerdink ([email protected]) ANN ARBOR — Partisan politics in the United States are nothing new, but the way in which the two major American political parties are hostile to one another could have serious consequences. What do those consequences look like? And how do they play out in the lives of everyday Americans? Yanna… Continue reading What does partisan political hostility mean for America?

ISR’s Kira Birditt explains why ‘concordant drinking’ may strengthen marital bonds in Insights talk

Contact: Jon Meerdink ([email protected]) ANN ARBOR — Alcohol abuse is a significant public health issue. Heavy use of alcohol one of the leading causes of mortality and disability worldwide, and the increasing use of alcohol is an ongoing concern for older generations. Heavy drinking is a particular concern for older adults. The definition of heavy… Continue reading ISR’s Kira Birditt explains why ‘concordant drinking’ may strengthen marital bonds in Insights talk

How has adolescent sexual healthcare changed after Dobbs v. Jackson?

Contact: Jon Meerdink ([email protected]) ANN ARBOR — In 2022, the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson removed federal constitutional protection for abortion rights, sending shockwaves through the American healthcare system in myriad ways. Emerging evidence over the two years since the decision shows a disproportionate impact on young people, who already faced significant barriers… Continue reading How has adolescent sexual healthcare changed after Dobbs v. Jackson?