Helping women with developmental disabilities make informed reproductive choices
Understanding and Supporting Reproductive Decisions Among Women with Developmental Disabilities that Affect Cognition
['FUNDING_R01'] · OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11171076
This study is all about helping women with developmental disabilities make informed choices about pregnancy by understanding their needs and challenges, so they can feel empowered and supported in planning for motherhood.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PORTLAND, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11171076 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the reproductive decision-making process among women with developmental disabilities that affect cognition. It aims to identify the specific needs and barriers these women face regarding pregnancy planning and to develop a decision support tool tailored to their unique circumstances. By engaging women with developmental disabilities in the research process, the project seeks to empower them with the knowledge and resources necessary for informed reproductive choices. The ultimate goal is to improve maternal and child health outcomes by promoting active participation in pregnancy planning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women with developmental disabilities that affect cognition who are considering pregnancy or are in need of reproductive health information.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have developmental disabilities or those who are not interested in pregnancy planning may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide women with developmental disabilities the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about pregnancy, potentially leading to better health outcomes for both mothers and children.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting this population, similar approaches in enhancing reproductive health education for other marginalized groups have shown promise.
Where this research is happening
PORTLAND, UNITED STATES
- OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY — PORTLAND, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HORNER-JOHNSON, WILLI — OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HORNER-JOHNSON, WILLI
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 below.
Conditions: Child Development Disorders