Psychology
State-level macro-economic factors moderate the association of low income with brain structure and mental health in U.S. children
D. G. Weissman, M. L. Hatzenbuehler, et al.
Discover how state-level macroeconomic factors influence the link between low income, brain structure, and mental health in children! This fascinating study by David G. Weissman, Mark L. Hatzenbuehler, Mina Cikara, Deanna M. Barch, and Katie A. McLaughlin reveals that lower income is associated with smaller hippocampal volumes and greater internalizing psychopathology, particularly in states with high living costs. Surprisingly, generous cash benefits can mitigate these effects, highlighting the role of macroeconomic factors in child development disparities.
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