Today’s Research on Aging 45: Aging Unequally
Reviewing two decades of research on health, disability, and care in the United States
Area of Expertise: Children, Youth, and Families
Young Adults Have the Same Dreams as Their Parents. The Path There Looks Nothing Like It.
A Q&A With Rob Crosnoe and Shannon Cavanagh, authors of The Journey into Adulthood in Uncertain Times
New KIDS COUNT Report Introduces State Scores—and Reveals Wide Gaps in Children’s Well-Being
Education scores have fallen in 47 states since the pandemic, even as child poverty and teen birth rates decline
Are Americans ‘Underbabied’?
Earlier this month, Dr. Mehmet Oz introduced a new demographic buzzword into the public conversation. Is there any truth to this concern?
For Latinos Coming of Age in Rural America, the Path to Adulthood Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
New research sheds light on the experiences of an understudied group of young people
A Closer Look at How Kids and Moms Stay Connected Over Time
A new study finds that growing up doesn’t mean growing apart—at least not always.
Shifting Contraceptive Counseling Toward What Matters Most to Teens
A new study finds that a teenager’s age, ethnicity, and pregnancy history may influence which contraceptives clinicians recommend to them.
Counting Young Children in the 2030 Census: Setting a Research Agenda
By Julia Greene
Young children, particularly infants and toddlers, have historically been undercounted at higher rates than any other age group. A recent convening identified critical evidence gaps and outlined a research agenda designed to inform census planning and improve outcomes for children.
Report: The Latino Working Class: America’s Economic Engine
By Julia Greene
PRB and UnidosUS are exploring the characteristics of the Latino working class, offering insights to inform policies that expand economic opportunity.
Five Facts and Trends We’re Watching in 2026
By asoares
Care, the future of work and AI, and other themes we’re keeping an eye on in the new year