3 social triggers for behavioral health needs – and what to do about them
Original Article by Brookings, cited below
Summary by Simply the Basics
New research by Brookings, confirms what many of us in this field have been talking about for years: Hygiene insecurity is an major public health issue intertwined with our mental health that needs to be addressed along with homelessness and food. insecurity.
This brief article breaks down the three pillars by “what it is”, “how communities are addressing the issue”, and “what can you do about,”. I highly recommend this quick read as one of the few studies that takes a closer look at behavioral health and hygiene insecurity.
Butler, Stuart M, and Nehath Sheriff. “3 Social Triggers for Behavioral Health Needs – and What to Do about Them.” Brookings, Brookings, 13 Apr. 2023, https://www.brookings.edu/research/3-social-triggers-for-behavioral-health-needs-and-what-to-do-about-them/.
This article reviews the safety assessment framework for disposable hygiene products, including diapers and feminine pads, focusing on chemical exposure risks. It explores hazard identification, risk characterization, and exposure assessment while emphasizing the need for ongoing clinical testing and post-market surveillance to monitor potential health impacts.