Populations We Serve

MP2 - Understanding Social Connectedness Among Different Populations

Monday, May 5, 2025

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM ET

Location: Hall BCD

This study examines the differences in social connectedness (as measured by the NOMS instrument) by gender. Findings show differences between social connectedness outcomes between males and females in our CMHC SAMHSA grant evaluation group. While both groups showed a score improvements, females showed a greater improvement. These gender differences may indicate a longer term impact between groups affecting their health and wellbeing.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the differences in social connectedness among different populations.
Discuss how social connectedness may impact other areas of physical and mental health.
Identify practices that can improve rates of social connectedness, especially among vulnerable populations.

Poster Presenter(s)

LP

Laura Peters

Gender Differences in Social Connectedness in a Minority-Majority Population at an urban CSB
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority
Richmond, Virginia
DM

David N. Masri, MSW, PhD

Evaluation Program Supervisor
RBHA
Richmond, Virginia