Impact Corner | The Institute

Welcome to the Impact Corner- Our IFCI Blog

Stay up to date with current events, trends, and scientific evidence-based discoveries through the unique lens of the Institute. The “Impact Corner” offers blog-style articles that highlight the Institute’s motivation, vision, purpose, and scientific framework by exploring a range of topics that impact behavioral health, family and community vitality, and more. From noteworthy news stories to scientific summaries, we cover it all in relation to family and community.

Explore our collection of articles to find the ones that interest you the most. Do you have any suggestions for what we should cover next? We welcome collaboration and input from our community partners, participants, and readers like you. Join us on this journey to making positive family and community impact.

All
Families
Mental and Behavioral Health

Hispanic and Black parents and grandparents smiling joyfully while holding two young boys

Building Healthy Family Dynamics: Exploring the 4 S’s: Social Support, Stress & Strain

Today we discuss healthy family dynamics and how they impact each and every one of us. But first, we must establish what family means to you! So, What Does Family […]

Distressed woman with her head on her knees sitting on the floor with hands wrapped around knees and head.

3-Layered Mental Health Stigma – A Proven Barrier to SUD Treatment

First, What is Mental Health Stigma? Stigma refers to a negative social attitude linked to specific characteristic(s) of an individual, which are seen as shortcomings in mental, physical, or social […]

Black mom and dad holding daughter while daughter hugs mom holding ultrasound.

Black Maternal Health Week #4 is Here & We’re Devoted to Improving Moms’ Well-being

Introducing Black Maternal Health Week This week, the Black Mamas Matter Alliance is celebrating its fourth-ever Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW). The observance even received a presidential proclamation on Tuesday […]

Asian dad teaching baseball joyfully to both of his sons holding bats

Fatherhood & Mental Health When the World Falls Apart- 3 Considerations from a Dad

Before I became a father, I was very unaware of my own mental health. Today, on the eve of World Mental Health Day, I’m reflecting on how fatherhood has reshaped […]

Hands on top of chest where heart is located.

Heart Health and Stress: 1 Persisting Issue We Must Address

Heart Health Month If you’re anything like us — health nerds, that is — you know that it’s American Heart Month. During February, organizations across the U.S. promote heart health. […]

White man who is a home visiting professional in the open doorway of a families house introducing himself.

5 Ways Home Visiting Programs Promote Community Health & Growth

Home Visiting Support Across Unique Household Experiences Anyone who has done home visiting with families has sat in homes not so different from our own. Maybe you have sat on […]

Three college graduates, two Black women and one Asian woman wearing their graduation gowns hugging and smiling.

Dear College Students, Never Forget Student Mental Health Comes 1st.

Dear Students, In the midst of the hustle of life, juggling sports, work, hobbies, grades, and relationships (while also just trying to get by), student mental health can often take […]

White man sitting on the ground with his face buried in his hands

The Lifelong Effects of Toxic Stress Don’t Just Kill — They Torture 1st

To Understand the Lifelong Effects of Toxic Stress, Let’s First Explore the 3 Types of Stress Perhaps you’ve seen or heard this quote or a variation of it from a […]