Vanderbilt University · Social ScienceSong Social Lab
Lijun Song · Nashville, Tennessee
Research Focus
Dr. Lijun Song's research focuses on understanding the health and social dynamics of older adults who have never married. Through a groundbreaking pilot study, this lab aims to collect national survey data that examines how social networks influence health behaviors and outcomes in this unique population. The insights gained will help address significant gaps in the research and provide crucial information for improving the well-being of older never-married individuals.
social networkshealth behaviorsolder adultsnever marriedpublic health
Research Aims
4AIM 01Investigate the role of social networks in the health of older never-married adults.
AIM 02Collect nationally representative survey data on the older never-married population.
AIM 03Examine the impact of demographic factors on health behaviors within this group.
AIM 04Explore the connections between social networks and health outcomes for older adults.
Skills the Lab Values
survey designdata collectionstatistical analysispopulation studiesinterview techniques
Output against the department
Publications109bottom 42% of dept.45th of 77
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Citations3.7ktop 45% of dept.35th of 77
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