Effects of reduced access to contraception on women's lives
Official title: Life course impacts of reduced access to contraception
Funded at University of Colorado · NIH-10973000 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how having less access to birth control can impact women's lives, including their social and economic situations, by examining changes in Texas that cut funding for contraceptive services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $681,884 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD116105-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10973000 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women of reproductive age who have experienced changes in access to contraceptive services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not of reproductive age or those who have consistent access to contraception may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how decreased access to contraception affects women's social and economic outcomes. By analyzing data from a significant policy change in Texas that reduced funding for contraceptive services, the study aims to estimate the causal impacts of these reductions. It utilizes a longitudinal dataset that tracks reproductive-age women in the U.S. from 2000 to 2026, focusing on fertility rates and human capital development. The findings will help understand the broader implications of contraceptive access on women's lives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could inform policies that ensure better access to contraception, ultimately improving women's health and socioeconomic status.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that increased access to contraception has positive effects on women's health and socioeconomic outcomes, suggesting that understanding the reverse scenario could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado
Boulder, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stevenson, Amanda Jean — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Stevenson, Amanda Jean
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.