Data Collection Some organizations, like the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the Sleep Foundation, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), collect and store data on sleep disturbances and disorders; this data is available on their organization websites. The NSF also examines Americans’ sleep patterns and creates studies on the state of sleep
Qualitative
Reduced Annoyance
Data Collection The National Transportation Noise Map provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation allows users and other stakeholders to search for noise exposure information by location. Another way is to contact state DOTs or local city planning offices. These offices usually have noise maps that show traffic noise levels for specific areas. Examples Road
Attitude Towards Distracted Driving
Data Collection Police reports can be a good source of information on distracted driving. However, they may not capture all instances of distracted driving, as not all drivers who are distracted will get into an accident or be pulled over by the police. Another way is to use surveys or observational studies. Surveys can also
Improved Road Conditions
Data Collection There are many ways to collect data on measured road conditions. Here are some common methods: 1. Visual inspections: This involves simply looking at the condition of the road surface and making a judgment about its condition. This is often done by trained engineers or professionals who are familiar with what to look
Measured Water or Soil Quality Before and After Intervention
Data Collection Data on water quality can be collected from the Water Quality Portal, the largest source of water quality monitoring data. The Water Quality Portal (WQP) uses the Water Quality Exchange (WQX) data format to share over 380 million water quality data records from 900 federal, state, tribal and other partners. The data is
Impact of Vegetation Species
Data Collection The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for providing reliable and accurate data on the measured vegetation species in stormwater. The EPA uses a variety of methods to collect data on environmental conditions and trends. These methods include field sampling, remote sensing, statistical analysis, and modeling. Data is collected from a variety of sources,
Increases in Physical Activity
Data Collection The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) is a good source of information on physical activity levels in the United States. Another way to get data on physical activity levels is through surveys conducted by state and local health departments. Data on physical activity levels can also be collated through fitness trackers
Self-Reported Stress at Long-Term and Short-Term Intervals
Data Collection The American Psychological Association (APA) conducts an annual “Stress in America” survey. The APA uses a variety of methods to collect data on self-reported stress levels; one of the most common methods is through surveys and questionnaires that ask individuals about their stressors and how they cope with them. The APA also conducts
Motor Skills Development
Data Collection One way to collect data is to use a clinical assessment, such as the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS). This can be used to measure various aspects of motor skills, including coordination, strength, and endurance. Another way to collect data on motor skills is through self-report measures, such as questionnaires. These
Amount of Medication
Data Collection Data sources include surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations. Data can also be collated from the database of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). Examples Medication Treatment for Opioid-dependent Expecting Mothers (MOMs): A Pragmatic Randomized Trial Comparing Two Buprenorphine Formulations (NIH HEAL Initiative) According
