A5046899187- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Gender Roles and Identity Studies
- Family Dynamics and Relationships
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Homelessness and Social Issues
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare
- LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Community Health and Development
- Racial and Ethnic Identity Research
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Child Abuse and Trauma
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Gender, Feminism, and Media
- Social Media in Health Education
- Suicide and Self-Harm Studies
- Impact of Technology on Adolescents
- Digital Mental Health Interventions
- Gender, Labor, and Family Dynamics
- Diversity and Career in Medicine
City College of New York
2017-2024
City University of New York
2019-2022
New York University
2021
Milken Institute
2021
George Washington University
2021
CUNY School of Law
2020
Yale University
2013-2017
Whitney Museum of American Art
2015
Yale New Haven Health System
2013
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
2009-2011
The use of paid social media advertising for targeted study recruitment is an effective strategy in health research and evaluation, specifically to reach diverse youth participants. Although the literature adequately describes utility Facebook recruitment, limited information exists platforms that are more popular with youth, Instagram Snapchat.This paper outlines a approach using Instagram, Snapchat, evaluate statewide marijuana prevention campaign. objective this was compare metrics across...
This mixed-methods study examined awareness of and willingness to use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among sexually active Black Latinx adolescents (13–17 years) residing in five cities the United States with some highest burden HIV. Data are from who participated a cross-sectional survey (n = 208) one-on-one interviews focus groups 26) conducted September 2017—August 2019. Approximately 50% sample were recruited through community efforts, other half panel. Logistic regression covariates...
Abstract Interdisciplinary intersectionality scholars have highlighted that stereotypes are a central basis for intersectional oppression, and psychologists increasingly incorporating theory into research. In striving to embrace intersectionality's radical core by applying several of its guiding premises, we explored the perspectives young Black Latinx individuals in New York City on sexual women men. We conducted 11 focus groups with 75 participants. Using combined deductive inductive...
In the United States, Black and Latinx youth remain disproportionately affected by HIV. Oral antiretroviral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a proven effective HIV prevention strategy. PrEP approved for use in people younger than age of 18 years, but little known about provider comfort preparedness with prescribing it to adolescents. this study, physicians provide their perspectives on facilitators barriers access among Focus groups (n = 23) were conducted pediatric family practitioners...
Social networking technologies are influential among men who have sex with (MSM) and may be an important strategy for HIV prevention. We conducted focus groups positive negative participants. Almost all participants used social sites to meet new friends sexual partners. The main obstacle effective prevention campaigns in platforms was stigmatization based on homosexuality as well status. Persistent stigma associated status disclosure cited a top reason avoiding HIV-related conversations...
This study examines the role of condom use knowledge and attitudes, parent-teen communication about sex relationship quality on reports self-efficacy among rural, African American youth. Participants were 465 North Carolinian youth (10-14 years). Results indicated that greater was predicted by (β = .206; p < .001), more favorable attitudes toward −.20; .0001) .13; .05), actual dating .14; .05). There low agreement between parents measures related to sex. Findings call for interventions...
Although studies have shown that adherence to traditional masculine norms (i.e., Status, Toughness, Antifemininity) affect men's attitudes toward sexual health, there is little research on how these them in the context of heterosexual, dyadic relationships. Among 296 young pregnant couples, we investigated extent which affected male and female partners' own condom-related beliefs condom self-efficacy, positive attitudes) their partners. We tested an interdependence model using a...
Background: The HIV epidemic is a major public health problem in the United States, particularly among rural African American adolescents and young adults. Objectives: We sought to explore young, American’s perspectives about key programmatic components consider when designing youth-targeted, community- based prevention interventions. Methods: report data from four focus groups with adults aged 16 24 ( n = 38) conducted as part of community-based participatory research (CBPR) project...
The need for parenting and relationship strengthening programs is important among low‐income minority parents where the burden of relational parental stressors contributes to dissolution. We examine these young parents. Data were collected from four focus groups ( N = 35) with audio‐recorded transcribed. Inductive coding was used generate themes codes, analysis completed using NVivo. Relationship challenges, values, areas three major that emerged. Women's challenges family interference...
Background. We explored rural African American youths' perceptions about the role of community social institutions in addressing HIV. Methods. conducted four focus groups with Americans aged 16 to 24 years two counties North Carolina. Groups were stratified by gender and risk status. used a grounded theory approach content analysis. Results. Participants identified as primary providers HIV-related health promotion efforts: faith organizations, schools, politicians, agencies. They reported...
Health care budgets and policies are chief drivers in the delivery access to health services. Place is also a factor that affects patient provider experiences within system. We examine impact of policy changes subsequent budget cuts on rural HIV/AIDS care, support services, prevention. interviewed 11 social workers, case managers, outreach workers who serve people living with HIV/AIDS. conducted telephone interviews inquiring about effect economics direct practice clients. analyzed data...
Abstract Mental health issues often become apparent as adolescents emerge into young adulthood. The use of mental services is low among and adults, particularly minorities. In this study, we examine utilization diverse parenting couples. sample consisted 296 We used the social–personal framework to personal, family, partner relationship, environmental predictors for using services. Actor–Partner Interdependence Model assess actor effects on utilization. also examined moderator gender...
Background-The HIV epidemic is a major public health problem in the United States, particularly among rural African American adolescents and young adults.Objectives-We sought to explore young, American's perspectives about key programmatic components consider when designing youth-targeted, community-based prevention interventions.Methods-We report data from four focus groups with adults aged 16 24 (n = 38) conducted as part of participatory research (CBPR) project designed develop multilevel...
Background In the United States, millions of adolescents report poor mental health, where 1 in 5 teenagers considers suicide. Reducing stigma and fostering peer support remains critical for positive health interventions programs. Increasingly, digital tools have emerged with great promise, leveraging social networks. Despite potential, limited understanding such comprehensive programs their implementation exist. Objective The objective this study investigates a piloted training program (Be...
We evaluated the fidelity and implementation of an HIV/AIDS sexually transmitted infections intervention for rural African American youth. Using a community-based evaluation approach, community partners researchers monitored four core process-evaluation components: reach, fidelity, dose delivered, received. Researchers collected data through session observations, facilitator debriefing interviews, youth focus group, satisfaction survey. For more than half participants attended 13 sessions....