Additional Resources - PSY 303 - Adult Development and Aging - Guides at Milner Library, Illinois State University

Data & Statistics

Use these additional data sources to inspire a potential research question or look for studies referencing their surveys/figures.

SAMHSA Data
Data collections by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse am Mental Health Services Administration) tracking mental health and substance abuse disorders and care systems.
Health and Retirement Study (HRS)
The Health and Retirement Study is a longitudinal project sponsored by the National Institute on Aging (NIA U01AG009740) and the Social Security Administration. The study director is Dr. David R. Weir of the Survey Research Center at the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research.
National Center for Health Statistics (CDC)
Provides current health statistics in the United States on illness, disabilities, births, and mental health.

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Take a look at FastStats to access an index of health data topics
Census Bureau
Serves as the leading source of quality data about the people and economy of the United States.

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Some topics of interest include Family & Living Arrangements and Health.

Organizations

The APA's Office on Aging provides information on aging, research, and practice for students and the general public. Check out the office's resource guides for recommendations on current studies and books.

PSY 303 - Adult Development and Aging

Data & Statistics

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