Tag: Rddhi Moodliar

  • What Do We Mean When We Identify Race As A Risk Factor In Psychological Research?

    What Do We Mean When We Identify Race As A Risk Factor In Psychological Research?

    by Rddhi Moodliar, University of California, Los Angeles In psychological research, associations between demographic variables and outcome variables are often assessed. Some common demographic variables include age, gender identity, race, and ethnicity. If statistically significant, these variables are often identified as risk factors for the outcome variable. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…