Social Issues

Aug. 19, 2019

• New partnership will improve mental health services for veterans and their families

June 20, 2019

• MU Expert Available for Media Commentary on Democratic Presidential Primary Debates

April 19, 2019

• MU’s FY2020 budget continues focus on student affordability, research productivity, faculty and staff support

April 02, 2019

• The myth of ‘no place like home’ when it comes to end of life

March 21, 2019

• ‘Super women’ in entrepreneurial programs succeed despite challenges, MU study finds
• MU study finds eating breakfast with parents is associated with positive body image for teenagers

March 20, 2019

• Miscarriage from a man’s perspective

March 19, 2019

• MU Department of Textile and Apparel Management to host adaptive clothing symposium

March 06, 2019

• A bad rap: New study finds pop lyrics contain just as many references to violence as hip-hop music

Feb. 25, 2019

• More than a hashtag: electronic “word of mouth” useful in detecting, predicting fashion trends

Jan. 29, 2019

• Free tax preparation help available at Mizzou

Jan. 09, 2019

• When deciding to care for aging parents, affection trumps blame

Dec. 06, 2018

• MEDIA ADVISORY: Exploring the challenge of addiction through ‘The Science of Addiction Symposium’ at MU

Dec. 05, 2018

• Media coverage of disasters can have lasting effects on children’s mental health

Nov. 27, 2018

• New center at Mizzou dedicated to improving body image

Nov. 09, 2018

• MEDIA ADVISORY: Veterans Clinic Symposium will explore challenging system of benefits, appeals and psychological concerns

Nov. 01, 2018

• One in 10 low-income women sexually harassed by landlord, MU study finds

Oct. 31, 2018

• ‘Hands-on’ clinic meets community health needs; readies students for their careers

Sept. 26, 2018

• Older sisters can play a role in healthy conversations about teenage relationships

Sept. 20, 2018

• MU Political Communication Institute provides assistance with organizing local debates and political forums

Sept. 13, 2018

• Social class determines how the unemployed talk about food insecurity, MU study finds

Aug. 23, 2018

• On-again, off-again relationships might be toxic for mental health

Aug. 15, 2018

• EXPERT AVAILABLE: MU economics professor offers views on vehicle stops reports in mid-Missouri

July 24, 2018

• Certification standards, education critical for social workers in school safety efforts

July 19, 2018

• For Expert Comment: Intellectual property protections curtail economic growth, access to health care in developing countries

June 27, 2018

• MEDIA ADVISORY: Emerging Leaders Conference to offer legislative leadership opportunities to high school students

June 20, 2018

• For Expert Comment: Sensitive medical information vulnerable in social media era

June 13, 2018

• Patients prefer to have cancer screenings despite risks and warnings, MU researchers find

May 07, 2018

• Significant disparities identified for minorities using home health care, MU study finds

May 05, 2018

• MEDIA ADVISORY: Athletics, diversity division to present ‘Inclusive Excellence Mile Run’

May 01, 2018

• Workplace dress codes present barriers to people living with disabilities

April 17, 2018

• Female-led companies more likely to be targeted by activist investors, MU research finds

April 05, 2018

• Missouri’s Division of Youth Services highlighted as national model

March 13, 2018

• MU legal expert sheds light on seminal fight for fair housing

Feb. 27, 2018

• MEDIA ADVISORY: School of Social Work to host discussion on juvenile justice

Feb. 14, 2018

• Countries with greater gender equality have lower percentage of female STEM graduates, MU study finds

Feb. 08, 2018

• Therapeutic riding programs help veterans cope with PTSD, MU study finds

Jan. 22, 2018

• EXPERTS AVAILABLE: Mizzou scholars available for Valentine’s Day and Heart Health Awareness
• MEDIA ADVISORY: Mizzou celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with lecture from renowned activist, author and scholar

Jan. 10, 2018

• Lessons from Joplin: personal growth often coexists with post-traumatic stress following natural disasters, MU researchers find

Jan. 08, 2018

• Are couples who choose to ‘live apart’ tested when partners require caregiving?

Dec. 05, 2017

• MU program to improve nursing home care reduces hospitalizations by nearly 50 percent, saving major dollars for Medicare

Oct. 30, 2017

• Contemporary indigenous activism reveals the role of ‘place’ in environmental sustainability and justice, MU scholar finds

Oct. 19, 2017

• Teeth-whitening kit developed by Mizzou spin-off company
• MU awarded competitive grant to improve community health, reduce violence
• Specialized communication narratives help couples deal with miscarriage, MU study finds

Oct. 16, 2017

• For Older Adults, Volunteering Could Improve Brain Function

Oct. 11, 2017

• Criminal offenders with genetic mental disorders judged more negatively, MU study finds

Sept. 20, 2017

• Life Differences Make Women Less Risk Tolerant When Investing

Sept. 05, 2017

• Differences Between Military, Civilian Life Contribute to Veterans in the U.S. Criminal Justice System

Aug. 31, 2017

• Addressing Domestic Violence Should be Part of Recovery Plan During Natural Disasters

Aug. 29, 2017

• EXPERTS AVAILABLE: Mizzou Scholars Available for Labor Day Coverage

Aug. 24, 2017

• Viewers Who Tweet During Presidential Debates Learn More about Political Issues, MU Study Finds

Aug. 10, 2017

• EXPERTS AVAILABLE: Tips, Advice as Students Head Back to School From MU Researchers

Aug. 08, 2017

• Optical Illusion Garments Can Create Desired Effect if Chosen Correctly

July 31, 2017

• Spanking Can Be Detrimental for Children’s Behavior, Even Ten Years Later

June 21, 2017

• Perceptions about Body Image Linked to Increased Alcohol, Tobacco Use for Teens

June 15, 2017

• Mizzou Announces New Animal Research Adoption Partnership

June 08, 2017

• Finding Common Ground Amid Increasing Political Polarization

June 07, 2017

• Climate Change Misconceptions Common Among Teachers, Study Finds

June 06, 2017

• Variable Speed Limits Could Reduce Crashes, Ease Congestion in Highway Work Zones

June 01, 2017

• Telehealth Reduces Wait Time, Improves Care for Children with Autism Living in Remote Areas

May 31, 2017

• Health Care Process a Roadblock for Adolescents with Autism and their Caregivers

May 25, 2017

• University of Missouri Experts Encourage Parents to Think About College Savings Plans on “529 Day”

May 22, 2017

• Cultural Backgrounds of Media Organizations Affect International News Coverage, Study Finds

May 18, 2017

• Study Reveals Recommendations for Certifying Emotional Support Animals

May 01, 2017

• Smoke-Free Policies Help Decrease Smoking Rates for LGBT Population
• Servers Perceive Well-Dressed Diners as Better Tippers, May Result in Better Service, Study Finds

April 27, 2017

• New Policies Designed to Help Campus Community, Visitors Understand Rights Related to Protests and Use of Public Spaces

April 26, 2017

• Media Portrayal of Public Shooters Can Perpetuate Stereotypes

April 19, 2017

• Volunteering Might Prevent Substance Abuse for Female Student-Athletes

April 18, 2017

• ‘Corporate Sustainability’ is About More Than the Environment

April 17, 2017

• Money a Barrier to Independence for Young Adults with Autism

April 12, 2017

• Media Advisory: Relationship between Inequality and Education in America to be the Topic of Distinguished Visiting Professor’s Lecture

March 14, 2017

• States with Expanded Medicaid Program Saw Higher Voter Turnout

March 13, 2017

• Advanced Practice Nurses are Lowering Hospitalization Rates, Saving Money in Nursing Homes

March 07, 2017

• The Biggest Threat to Your Nest Egg is in the Mirror

Feb. 27, 2017

• New Study Identifies “Disconnect” between Media and Public

Feb. 20, 2017

• Interventions Improve Medication Adherence, Decrease Risk of Hospitalizations
• Misbehavior and Negative Attitudes Cannot Explain Why Black Students are More Likely to Be Suspended
• Students More Likely to Succeed if Teachers have Positive Perceptions of Parents

Feb. 16, 2017

• Executive Indiscretions Can Hurt the Bottom Line

Feb. 07, 2017

• Global Vaccine Injury System Needed to Improve Public Health

Feb. 02, 2017

• Clear Communication Can Make Doctor Visits Successful for Children with Autism

Feb. 01, 2017

• ‘Values Gap’ in Workplace Can Lead Millennials to Look Elsewhere
• Increased Food Assistance Benefits Could Result in Fewer ER Visits

Jan. 31, 2017

• Opportunity Exists for States to Enhance Voter Roll Accuracy

Jan. 25, 2017

• Understanding Motivations for Behavior can be Helpful for Children with Autism

Jan. 23, 2017

• Popular Provisions of Affordable Care Act in Danger if ‘Fundamental Bargain’ is Broken, MU Expert Says
• MU VITA Sites Open, Provide Free Tax Preparation Help

Jan. 17, 2017

• Nursing Homes Falling Behind with End-Of-Life Directives

Dec. 20, 2016

• As Children with Autism Age, Services to Help with Transition Needed

Dec. 14, 2016

• Mental Health Courts Improve Relationships, Help People Manage Health Care

Dec. 13, 2016

• Rural Nursing Homes are Falling Behind in Health Information Technology

Dec. 05, 2016

• Lack of Appropriate Clothing Can Hinder People with Disabilities

Nov. 28, 2016

• Bullying Rates Remain Higher for Children with Disabilities, Even As They Mature

Nov. 21, 2016

• New MU Program Will Help Low-Income Families Eat Healthier

Nov. 16, 2016

• To Beat Holiday Weight Gain, Create a Plan Ahead of Time

Nov. 15, 2016

• Preschool Education Improves Alphabet Letter Recognition, Study Finds

Nov. 14, 2016

• $4.1 Million Grant to Help Principals Improve Safety in Schools

July 2, 2009

• Overweight Kids Experience More Loneliness, Anxiety, MU Study Finds

June 29, 2009

• Relationships Improve Student Success

June 22, 2009

• Best Summer Activity for Kids? Unrestricted, Unstructured, Unadulterated Playtime

June 10, 2009

• MU Hosts Nine Universities for Difficult Dialogues Summer Institute

June 1, 2009

• MU Public Health Program Receives Grant to Combat Human Trafficking

May 27, 2009

• MU Expert Says Supreme Court Nominee May Move Court Toward More Moderate Opinions

May 16, 2009

• Statement

April 27, 2009

• Majority of Americans Support Voting Reforms

April 17, 2009

• MU to Host Distinguished Lecturer

March 31, 2009

• Good Intentions Not Enough to Protect Older Women Who Live Alone, MU Researcher Finds

March 30, 2009

• MU Extension Program Helps Northwest Missourians Age Actively

March 26, 2009

• MU Extension Helps Northwest Missouri Plan for Regional Water Transmission System

March 19, 2009

• Perceptions of Similar Language May Prevent Understanding of Sexual Harassment Policies, MU Researchers Find

March 4, 2009

• Perceived Barriers Prevent Mexican-American Students from Pursuing Education, MU Researcher Finds

Feb. 19, 2009

• Appalachian History Gives New Perspective of How Workers View Jobs

Feb. 13, 2009

• Arts and Science Week to host Jazz Master, Vanguard Jazz Orchestra

Feb. 11, 2009

• MU Fitness Expert Creates MyActivity Pyramid to Help Adults Exercise

Feb. 3, 2009

• Teachers, Museums Partner for Better Students

Jan. 29, 2009

• Diversity Work Should Be Considered in Tenure and Promotion Decisions, MU Professor Says

Jan. 28, 2009

• New Animated Films Challenge False Representation of Native Americans in the Media, Mizzou Researcher Finds

Jan. 8, 2009

• Recognizing Children's Successes in All Areas May Prevent Teenage Depression

Dec. 22, 2008

• MU Professor Recommends Changing Drivers' Perceptions of Law Enforcement to Deter Drinking and Driving

Dec. 15, 2008

• MU Study Finds Abused Women Seek More Infant Health Care

Dec. 9, 2008

• MU Researcher Helps People See Beyond the "Typical" Divorce

Dec. 2, 2008

• MU Researcher Calls for Increase in Sexual Assault Awareness Programs on College Campuses

Nov. 12, 2008

• Abused Women with Disabilities at Greater Risk for Domestic Violence, MU Study Finds

Nov. 10, 2008

• When Planning the Holiday Workplace Party, Provide Options

• New MU Veterans Support Center Becomes 'One-Stop-Shop' for America's Heroes

Nov. 6, 2008

• Surprisingly, Female Models Have Negative Effect on Men

Oct. 28, 2008

• Voting is a Fundamental American Right, but Not Easy for Everyone

Oct. 22, 2008

• MU Researchers Advance Health Communication for At-Risk Populations

Sept. 25, 2008

• MU Researcher Suggests Revision of Food Stamp Application Process

Sept. 24, 2008

• MU Expert Warns of a Conflict of Interest If Bailout Is Implemented

Sept. 24, 2008

• MU Expert Warns of a Conflict of Interest If Bailout Is Implemented

Sept. 23, 2008

• Religion, Politics and Values: New MU Study Finds Value Differences Within Republican Party and Similarities Between Both Parties

• MU Expands Difficult Dialogues Program to Other Universities

Sept. 22, 2008

• MU Researcher Helps Texans Remember Former President LBJ

Sept. 11, 2008

• Playboy Founder Embodies American Dream; Changes American Culture

Sept. 8, 2008

• Mizzou Works With Other Missouri Universities to Prevent Risky Behaviors Among Students

Aug. 18, 2008

• MU Researchers Study Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities to Reveal Formula for Earlier Detection of Autism

Aug. 4, 2008

• Exercise Pill is No Replacement for Exercise

June 26, 2008

• 'No Men Allowed' in Women's Secret World

June 19, 2008

• Veterinarians Combat Malaria One Net at a Time

June 11, 2008

• Competitive Regions Critical to a Stronger U.S. Economy, MU Professor Says

May 27, 2008

• Media Coverage Essential to Eliminating Racial Differences in Health Care

May 12, 2008

• Financial Fallout to Hit Hard for People in Storm-Ravaged Areas

April 30, 2008

• Don't Spoil a Good Picnic

April 21, 2008

• Women's Networks Critical to Survival During Hurricane Katrina

April 17, 2008

• MU Researchers Reveal Communication Tactics Used by Sexual Predators to Entrap Children

April 10, 2008

• Triple Threat: Young Macho Men with Serious Injuries Often Abuse Alcohol

• Beyond Reading, Writing and Arithmetic: Physical Activity Introduced in Classrooms through New MU Program to Fight Childhood Obesity

April 9, 2008

• Mind May Be MVP on the Diamond

April 4, 2008

• Protect Mourners' Rights, But Not at Expense of First Amendment

April 3, 2008

• Americans Come Together to Focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act

March 26, 2008

• Despite Awareness of Global Warming Americans Concerned More about Local Environment

March 20, 2008

• MU Researcher Discovers How to Ignite, Retain Female Interest in the Study of Science

March 17, 2008

• Preventing School Violence Needs to Start at Young Age

Feb. 28, 2008

• Financial Struggles Plague Families of Children with Autism

Feb. 21, 2008

• Reynolds Journalism Institute Unveils Projects on MU Website

Feb. 21, 2008

• Increasing Number of Missourians Going Hungry, Study Finds

Feb. 20, 2008

• Empty Nest Syndrome May Not Be Bad After All, Study Finds

Jan. 3, 2008

• Keep New Year's Resolutions with the Help of the Internet Community

Jan. 2, 2008

• Requiring Photo ID Has Little Effect on Voter Turnout, MU Study Finds

Dec. 19, 2007

• What's the Rush? Taking Time to Acknowledge Loss is not that Bad

Dec. 13, 2007

• MU Study Looks at Social Structure of Prison Communities

Dec. 11, 2007

• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Need Community Support Above All, MU Family Expert Says

Nov. 20, 2007

• Black Friday Forecast: Average Year for Retailers, says MU Economist eadline

Nov. 14, 2007

• MU Economic Researchers Find That Experienced Teachers Reap the Benefits of Pension Spikes, Then Retire

Nov. 2, 2007

• Britney and K-Fed Doing It All Wrong, MU Family Researcher Says

Nov. 1, 2007

• Stop Stressing and Enjoy the Holiday Season, MU Expert Offers Tips

Oct. 23, 2007

• MU to Kick Off Wellness Program with Walk to Wellness Health Fair

Oct. 8, 2007

• Ritual Threats of Violence in Small Newfoundland Communities Are Method of Creating Trust, Researchers Say

Sept. 12, 2007

• MU's Thompson Center Now Part of National Autism Treatment Network

• African Americans Gained Seats in State Assemblies During the '90s, But Few Assumed Positions of Power, According to Political Researchers

Sept. 4, 2007

• MU Law Professor Advocates Full Restoration of Rights to ex-Felons; says Exclusion Laws Disproportionately Impact African-American Communities

March 13, 2007

• The Neo-Nazis Have Come and Gone: What Did We Learn?