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Projects in parenting focus on understanding and supporting the ways caregivers nurture, guide, and influence children’s development. These projects explore a range of topics including parenting styles, parent-child relationships, discipline strategies, co-parenting dynamics, and the impact of cultural, economic, and community factors on parenting practices. Many projects also examine interventions designed to strengthen parenting skills, reduce stress, and promote positive child outcomes—particularly in diverse or underserved populations.
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- CAREER: Role of Grandparental Support in Prenatal Stress and Infant Socioemotional OutcomesProject Abstract/Summary Becoming a parent marks a critical life transition that introduces unique stressors and challenges. Stress during pregnancy can affect both parents’ health and their baby’s development. Many families across the United States turn to grandparents for emotional support and practical help during pregnancy and after the baby arrives, but the impact of these extended family supports is not well understood. This project examines the impact of grandparental support on prenatal stress and infant socioemotional outcomes. Broader impacts of… Read more: CAREER: Role of Grandparental Support in Prenatal Stress and Infant Socioemotional Outcomes