Helping teens get accurate information about contraception
Official title: Helping clinicians address digital information about contraception with adolescents
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10997554 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping doctors give better and clearer information about birth control to teenagers, so they can make smart choices about their health and avoid confusion from what they see online.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2024 |
| Project end | August 20, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $41,241 |
| NIH project number | 1F30HD116454-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10997554 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents seeking information about contraception and sexual health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or those who are not seeking information about contraception may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving how clinicians provide accurate information about contraception to adolescents, who often encounter misleading information online. It aims to empower young people to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health by addressing the challenges posed by the vast amount of digital health information available. The study will explore ways to enhance clinician training and engagement with adolescents, ensuring they can effectively navigate the complexities of contraception information. By fostering shared decision-making, the research seeks to improve health outcomes and reduce teen pregnancy rates.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-informed adolescents who can make healthier choices regarding contraception and sexual health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving clinician engagement and communication can significantly enhance patient understanding and decision-making in health contexts.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, Cambray — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Smith, Cambray
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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.