Kaplan on Rising Rate of Suicide in Older Americans
Last year, more people than ever died by suicide in the U.S., with a significant increase among people ages 45 to 64, according to new CDC data.
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Kaplan on Rising Rate of Alcohol-Related Deaths Among U.S. Women
UCLA Luskin expert recommends that future research focus on social circumstances.
Leap on Community Violence Intervention
UCLA Luskin expert says the relationship between community violence intervention and law enforcement remains complex.
Torres-Gil on Plight of California’s Caregivers
The Golden State is facing a shortage of caregivers, who are currently underpaid and undervalued. New legislation hopes to change that.
Wasserman on Transit Agency Ambassador Programs
The effectiveness of civilian ambassadors in raising the level of security and service on public transit is not yet clear, according to researchers.
Brozen on Increase in L.A.’s Unhoused Living in Vehicles
People living in cars, vans and RVs are not as visible to the public so receive less attention from policymakers and in public discussion.
Leap Comments on Violent Arrest
Incident at L.A.’s Nickerson Gardens reveals a longstanding mistrust of policing and threatens the “delicate fabric” of reform efforts.
Kaplan on Men’s Mental Health and Suicide
Podcast explores the “unspoken subject” of suicide rates among men in the United States.
Tilly on the Struggle to Fill Jobs in the U.S.
Pay and adequate working hours are big concerns for employees in many sectors.
Millard-Ball on Who Deserves Carbon Credits
California-based company seeks to retain credits for its vehicle chargers.
