Gayane Baziyants

Joint-Degree Ph.D. Candidate at the Sanford School of Public Policy and Psychology & Neuroscience

Gayane is a Joint-Degree Ph.D. Candidate of Public Policy and Psychology & Neuroscience. Her research focuses on identifying evidence-based policies and practices for supporting child development and family well-being. Gayane utilizes diverse research methods, such as randomized control trials, quasi-experimental methods, and implementation science to inform research on supporting families. Her …

Current Appointments & Affiliations

Student Sanford School of Public Policy

Recent Publications

The effects of a universal short-term home visiting program: Two-year impact on parenting behavior and parent mental health.

Journal Article Child Abuse Negl · June 2023 BACKGROUND: At the time of childbirth, families face heightened levels of unmet need. These needs, if left unmet, can lead parents to engage in less positive parenting practices, which in turn, increase the risk of child maltreatment. Family Connects (FC) ... Full text Open Access Link to item Cite

Developing a Statewide Help Me Grow System: Perspectives from Families, Service Providers and Administrators in the State of Washington

Internet Publication · February 2021 The first five years of a child’s life can set the foundation for their later success. Connecting families with the services and resources they need to support their young children’s development is essential for ensuring that children thrive to their fulle ... Link to item Cite

Health Care Access for Infants and Toddlers in Rural Areas

Internet Publication · July 2020 Approximately 1 million infants and toddlers live in rurali areas in the United States. While some rural communities offer certain protective factors that support positive health and development, many children in rural areas are more likely to face a uniqu ... Link to item Cite

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