Advancing theory-driven research in the psychological science of adult development and aging.

Theory is critical for a developmental science that explains age-related change and stability in psychological phenomena-and their variation across generational and sociocultural contexts. This special issue presents four contributions that advance theoretical approaches to the psychological science of adult development and aging. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Experiences of individuals receiving "Not Parent Expected" results through direct-to-consumer genetic testing.

As direct-to-consumer genetic testing (DTC-GT) grows in popularity, the unanticipated "Not Parent Expected" (NPE) result has become more prevalent. An NPE result is the discovery that one parent, often the father, is not a biological parent. This study explores the impact of making an NPE discovery through DTC-GT.

Children's Pathways into Commercial Sexual Exploitation in the United States: A Systematic Review.

This study examined current evidence on children's pathways into commercial sexual exploitation (CSE) in the United States to determine if characteristics, vulnerabilities, and social contexts were distinguishable by age, gender, race/ethnicity, and location. Using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses guidelines, peer-reviewed studies and grey literature were included if they were focused on CSE pathways prior to age 18, available in English, U.S.

Exploring Reentry Concerns of Incarcerated Individuals with Severe Mental Illness.

Little is known about the factors and circumstances that relate to how incarcerated individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) view their own needs upon reentry and their ability to meet them. In this study, 101 imprisoned adults with SMI rated their level of concern over meeting their basic needs and obtaining services following incarceration. Greater reentry concern was predicted by anticipated barriers to psychological care and increased psychological distress.

Pervasive Stagnation: Flat and Rising Cardiovascular Disease Mortality Post-2010 Across US States and Counties.

Since 2010, the U.S. has experienced adverse trends in cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality, which dramatically slowed long-standing life expectancy improvements.