Adolescent Research
Learn about recent adolescent research below or explore our past research and publications here.
Adolescent Experiences with Contraceptive Side-effects and Preferences for Resources (ECSPRT)
We are exploring adolescent experiences with contraceptive side effects to develop resources to help them navigate challenges and find the right method for them.
Hexacago Health Academy
Hexacago is multi-year research intervention aims to improve high school STEM education by incorporating game-based learning, game design, systems thinking, and creative play into the classroom.
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Hello Options
Hello Options is an all-in-one tool featuring physical replicas of multiple contraceptives: the Pill, patch, ring, shot, IUD (copper and hormonal), implant, female condom, and male condom. Healthcare providers use this tool to give patients a better understanding of how all options look and function, and use it to spark conversation.
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Hello Greenlight
Hello Greenlight is a sexual and reproductive health service platform that connects providers and young people in Illinois to sexual healthcare centered around adolescents.
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Let’s Chat
Let’s Chat is a tool that facilitates open, nonjudgmental conversations between young people and their healthcare providers. Formatted as a deck of cards, the tool includes a range of sexual health questions that young people can read through while they wait in the exam room for their provider.
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Frankly. Podcast
Frankly. is a podcast that explores the health and wellbeing of youth from the perspectives and lived experiences of young people on Chicago’s South and West sides.
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Youth Wants, Attitudes, Values, and Expectations (WAVE)
We explored youth perspectives on recent legal restrictions around abortion and gender-affirming care and the potential impacts on their lives and futures.
FINDINGS