Dr. Adam Schmidt's research focuses on understanding the wellbeing and health challenges faced by children who are blind or visually impaired. His lab investigates how negative social experiences, such as bullying and isolation, impact the mental and physical health of these children. By gathering data from a large national sample and utilizing advanced analytical techniques, he aims to identify key factors that influence the health outcomes of this often-overlooked population, ultimately informing interventions to promote resilience and better health outcomes for these youth.