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Parents Voicing Ever Stronger Concerns About Risks to Children's Safety Online, From Social Media to Artificial Intelligence to Strangers, New Study Finds

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Mittwoch, Dezember 6, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents are more and more concerned about risks to their children's safety on the internet – and they believe technology companies and the government aren't doing enough to protect children, according to the latest study from the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), one of the foremost child protection agencies in the world. 

Key Points: 
  • What's more, almost all parents (89%) are concerned about the potential negative effects social media may have on children's development.
  • Also top of mind for parents is a new worry: artificial intelligence.
  • In fact, 77% of parents are concerned about AI presenting more internet safety risks to children.
  • Parents are also aware of other top internet safety risks for their children.

Ahead of Giving Tuesday, Data from American Bible Society Reveals that Churchgoers and Bible Readers are Among the Most Generous Americans

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Dienstag, November 14, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Bible Society today released the eighth chapter of their 13th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. Findings from today's release include that more than two-thirds of American households donated to charity in the past year and that churchgoers and Bible readers were among the most generous across the board. The first eight chapters of State of the Bible 2023 are now available to download at StateoftheBible.org.

Key Points: 
  • Findings from today's release include that more than two-thirds of American households donated to charity in the past year and that churchgoers and Bible readers were among the most generous across the board.
  • State of the Bible findings come from a nationally representative survey performed for American Bible Society by NORC at the University of Chicago, using their AmeriSpeak panel.
  • The data came from 2,761 online interviews with American adults in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
  • Moreover, our data shows churched people giving 42% more than those who are unchurched (pages 164–165).

New Report: 68.5 Million Adults in the US Don’t Have Dental Insurance, May Rise to 91.4 Million by End of Year

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Mittwoch, September 6, 2023
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Furthermore, there are an estimated 14 million adults in the US who stand to lose their Medicaid dental insurance coverage with the public health emergency expiration.

Key Points: 
  • Furthermore, there are an estimated 14 million adults in the US who stand to lose their Medicaid dental insurance coverage with the public health emergency expiration.
  • This results in as many as 91.4 million individuals without dental insurance by the end of this calendar year.
  • Similarly, the Medicare program does not provide comprehensive dental benefits to all eligible older adults and people living with disabilities .
  • Hispanic individuals were two times more likely to have lost dental insurance in the last year compared with white non-Hispanic individuals.

A Window to Reach Gen Z: American Bible Society Study Finds 45% of Young Adults Intrigued by Message of Scripture and Jesus

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Donnerstag, August 10, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Bible Society today released the fifth chapter of their 13th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. Today's release focuses on faith and Scripture engagement among Gen Z adults—revealing a trend away from faith practices like Bible reading but also a continued curiosity about the message of Scripture and Jesus. The first five chapters of State of the Bible 2023 are now available to download at StateoftheBible.org.

Key Points: 
  • The majority (56%) of younger Gen Z adults (ages 18–21) reported being curious about Jesus and/or the Bible, whereas only 34% of older Gen Z adults (ages 22–26) said so (page 102).
  • Despite low Scripture engagement, around half of all Gen Z adults say their lives have been transformed by the Bible's message.
  • Among Gen Z adults, Scripture engagement rates have declined steadily over the past three years—dropping from 14% (2021) to 12% (2022) to just 10% of Gen Z adults for 2023.
  • Despite this decrease in Scripture engagement, 49% of Gen Z adults ages 18–21 and 52% of Gen Z adults ages 22–26 say that their lives have been transformed by the Bible's message (page 103).

SHRM Research Highlights Loneliness in the Workplace and the Power of Casual Collisions

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Dienstag, Juni 13, 2023
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In addition, only 1 in 10 HR professionals and 1 in 4 workers report a decrease in loneliness over the past three years.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, only 1 in 10 HR professionals and 1 in 4 workers report a decrease in loneliness over the past three years.
  • Given these potential implications for the workplace, SHRM Research sought to explore the prevalence of employee loneliness and the importance of social interactions from the perspectives of both HR professionals and U.S. workers.
  • Some large corporations have even designed their buildings to promote instances of employees unexpectedly encountering and talking with each other.
  • SHRM Research describes these types of interactions as “casual collisions.”
    “This new research shows that Generation Z and Millennial workers tend to experience more frequent loneliness and also to value casual collisions more than working adults in general,” said Annemarie Schaefer, vice president of SHRM Research.

American Bible Society's New Study Shows Urgent Ministry Opportunity with "Bible Explorers"

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Donnerstag, April 6, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Bible Society today released the first chapter of the 13th annual State of the Bible report, which highlights cultural trends in the U.S. regarding spirituality and Scripture engagement. The study reveals that this past year, the number of Bible Users in America remained at a historically low level; however, the Movable Middle (those exploring the Bible's message) grew significantly and the Bible Disengaged segment shrank. Moreover, Scripture Engaged individuals were shown to have the highest levels of persevering hope. The study's first chapter is now available to download at StateoftheBible.org.

Key Points: 
  • American Bible Society's 13th annual State of the Bible study reveals more than 10M Americans joined the Movable Middle.
  • Although our society faces challenges on many fronts, the Bible provides hope and help to those who explore its truths.
  • State of the Bible 2023 findings come from a nationally representative survey performed for American Bible Society by NORC at the University of Chicago, using their AmeriSpeak panel.
  • State of the Bible finds that the Movable Middle has grown to 76 million American adults, and the Bible Disengaged segment has fallen to 138 million.

Nearly 9 Out Of 10 Parents Want Schools To Do Much More To Educate Kids About Internet Safety Risks

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Donnerstag, Oktober 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new nationwide study conducted by the The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (The NYSPCC), the nation's oldest child protection agency, reveals there is a high level of support for schools to play a more significant role in educating children about the risks associated with use of the internet. According to parents with children under age 18, internet safety is not being addressed by schools—only 19% of parents surveyed indicate their children's schools provided teaching on internet safety and risks during the prior school year (2021-22), while 41% don't know if schools have addressed this topic with students and 23% say it has not been taught. Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.

Key Points: 
  • A new study reveals parents want schools to play a bigger role in educating children about internet safety.
  • Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.
  • "Our schools have an inherent responsibility to teach children about internet safety and it's clear that parents want schools to play a bigger role in helping keep students safe," said Mary Pulido, PhD., Executive director of The NYSPCC.
  • Parents who favor having schools provide annual sessions on internet safety to students also identify numerous topics they believe are important to address with students.

POLL: MAJORITY OF U.S. ADULTS SUPPORT HIGH SCHOOLS REQUIRING FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR GRADUATION

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Dienstag, September 27, 2022
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In fact, 80% of American adults wish they had been required to take a semester- or year-long financial education class in high school," says Billy Hensley, Ph.D., president and CEO of NEFE.

Key Points: 
  • In fact, 80% of American adults wish they had been required to take a semester- or year-long financial education class in high school," says Billy Hensley, Ph.D., president and CEO of NEFE.
  • 80% said they wish they were required to take a semester- or year-long financial education course during high school.
  • Adults with a postsecondary degree were significantly more likely to say their state should mandate financial education than adults with no high school diploma (91% vs. 71%).
  • The National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE)is the independent, centralizing voice providing leadership, research and collaboration to champion effective financial education and advance financial well-being.

Americans Are Not Getting the Dental Care They Need, According to a National CareQuest Institute Survey

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Donnerstag, April 28, 2022
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Two years after dental care was disrupted for millions of Americans, many are still not getting the dental care they need and disparities in oral health care persist, according to the results of an annual national survey from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health a leading national nonprofit focused on creating a more accessible, equitable, and integrated oral health system.

Key Points: 
  • Two years after dental care was disrupted for millions of Americans, many are still not getting the dental care they need and disparities in oral health care persist, according to the results of an annual national survey from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health a leading national nonprofit focused on creating a more accessible, equitable, and integrated oral health system.
  • CareQuest Institute today released initial findings from the second annual State of Oral Health Equity in America survey, a nationally representative survey of adults knowledge, attitudes, experiences, and behaviors related to oral health.
  • The report recommends solutions to increase access to care, such as teledentistry and expanding the reach of the oral health care workforce.
  • CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit championing a more equitable future where every person can reach their full potential through excellent health.

New Alzheimer's Association Report Finds Doctors and the Public Face Challenges in Understanding and Distinguishing Early Alzheimer's Development from 'Normal Aging'

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Dienstag, März 15, 2022
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CHICAGO, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association 2022 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report unearthed new insights related to challenges both doctors and the American public face in understanding and diagnosing mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which is characterized by subtle changes in memory and thinking. It is estimated 10% to 15% of individuals with MCI go on to develop dementia each year. And as the size of the U.S. population age 65 and older continues to grow (from 58 million in 2021 to 88 million by 2050), so too will the number and proportion of Americans with Alzheimer's or other dementias given increased risk of dementia with advancing age.

Key Points: 
  • About one-third of people with MCI due to Alzheimer's disease develop Alzheimer's dementia within five years.
  • When MCI due to Alzheimer's disease is described, almost half of respondents(42%) express worry about developing it in the future.
  • Additional findings illuminate why individuals exhibiting MCI symptoms are reluctant to discuss them with their doctors, who face persistent challenges in diagnosis of their patients.
  • The report will also appear in the April 2022 issue of Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association.