- Awarded Scholars:
- Sarah Burgard, University of Michigan
- Kristin Seefeldt, Indiana University
The Great Recession has had a significant and largely negative impact on Americans and their families in a variety of ways. Millions of Americans have experienced the loss of their homes through foreclosure. Significant numbers are behind on rent or mortgage payments, or are “underwater,” paying on homes that are worth less than is owed.
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- Melissa McInerney, College of William and Mary
- Jennifer Mellor, College of William and Mary
- Lauren Nicholas, University of Michigan
The Great Recession has had a devastating impact on the financial health of American households. Unemployment rates have risen, while housing values and savings diminished. All of these financial effects are likely to have had consequences for the health of Americans. Financial shocks could be expected to impact health negatively in a number of ways.
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