Associate Professor California State University Los Angeles
This study surveyed 194 students at a Minority-Serving Institution about food insecurity. Results reveal an extraordinarily severe problem, with 48% reporting high or very high food insecurity. Food insecurity is a significant predictor of physical health, depression, and social isolation. Social support also affects depression and social isolation.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Upon completion, the participant will learn the prevalence and severity of food insecurity at the Minority-Serving institution.
Upon completion, the participant will understand how food insecurity impacts students’ physical health, depression, and social isolation.
Upon completion, the participant will understand the importance of social support for students with food insecurity.
