Do parent-adolescent relationship factors and substance use onset vary by ethnicity?

A new study finds parent-adolescent relationships have a larger influence on the age of alcohol and marijuana use onset for Hispanics than Caucasians.

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Does physician communication style affect patient health outcomes?

The quality of physician-patient communication may be a factor in medication adherence for black patients with Type 2 diabetes. A new NIH grant aims to shed light.

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How can we reduce disparities in disease prevention in RVA?

The Center for Cultural Experiences in Prevention aims to strengthen the capacity of community organizations and the university to provide HIV and substance abuse prevention programs and services to the Richmond area.

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On well-being: Better to be older or younger?

More often than not, society associates older adulthood with decline. However, older age is linked to increased well-being and more positive affect in comparison to individuals in younger and middle adulthood.

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Can apps increase rural women’s access to HIV prevention services?

Geographic isolation, difficulty accessing health care and fear of seeking services from health practitioners whose offices may employ personal acquaintances can be barriers to prevention services for women in rural areas.

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Links to VCU Resources

Graduate School Admissions – Visit this site for general admission requirements and to access the application for graduate programs.
International Student Admissions – Visit this site if you are interested in applying to the program and are a non-U.S. citizen and/or non-U.S. resident.
Office of Financial Aid – Visit this site to find out about financial aid opportunities.
Student Accounting Department – Visit this site to access information about tuition and fees.

Links to Resources Outside of VCU

Richmond Magazine – An online news magazine highlighting the Richmond area.
Style Weekly – A newspaper guide to Richmond restaurants and cultural events.
City of Richmond’s official website – This site provides helpful information about Richmond, whether you are visiting, working or living in the city.
American Psychological Association – An excellent resource for faculty and students alike, this site provides links to publications, job opportunities and tips for graduate school.
APAGS (American Psychological Association of Graduate Students) – This site provides information specifically for graduate students.
Society for Health Psychology (APA Division 38) – This site provides information about the field of health psychology and resources specific to this discipline.
Society of Behavioral Medicine – This site provides information about health psychology and behavioral medicine.

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