Behaviors
Behaviors Research Studies
Building upon established theories and empirical research from a range of disciplines – including behavioral economics and health communication, the Centene Center for Health Transformation research focuses on ways to empower individuals and communities to develop and maintain behaviors that will improve their health and quality of life. This includes studying ways to support individuals in making healthier choices and identifying strategies for overcoming barriers that impede healthy choices and sustained behavior change. Read more about our behavior research studies below.
Louisiana, California
Improving Flu Vaccine Rates Using Evidence from Behavioral Science
Pregnant mothers may respond differently to flu messages that highlight the benefits and consequences to the mother vs. the baby. We compare the impact of mother- vs. baby-focused messaging and the impact of prevention (avoiding a loss) vs. promotion (gaining a benefit) framing.
New Hampshire, Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, Mississippi, California, Georgia, Louisiana
Profiles and Predictors of Success: Defining Profiles of Attainment in Recovery from Substance Abuse
Identify and characterize substance use disorder services that were successful, and develop health behavior profiles and predictors of success for members suffering from substance use disorders including opioid and alcohol abuse.
Characterizing Medicaid Smokers and Utilization of Medicaid Treatment
Identify the most efficient and accurate (and possibly novel) indicators of smoking status and to describe differences among smokers and the cessation medications they receive.
Research Focus Areas
The Centene Center engages in research across five focus areas to influence positive health outcomes and decrease healthcare costs. Find out more about our studies, initiatives, and researchers here.
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