Improving sexual and reproductive health care for young people with disabilities
Official title: Addressing Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Disparities and Barriers among Adolescents and Young Adults with Disabilities
Funded at Brandeis University · NIH-11092087 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into the sexual and reproductive health needs of young people with disabilities to understand the challenges they face in getting the care they need, so we can create better support for them and their families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brandeis University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Waltham, United States) |
| Project start | February 10, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $819,951 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD111038-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11092087 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 15-26 with various types of disabilities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 26 or do not have disabilities may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care needs of adolescents and young adults with disabilities, who often face barriers in accessing necessary services. The study will utilize a mixed-methods approach, combining national survey data and interviews with both the young individuals and their parents to understand their experiences and unmet needs. By identifying disparities in service utilization and the specific barriers faced, the research aims to lay the groundwork for developing tailored interventions to enhance SRH care for this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to sexual and reproductive health services for adolescents and young adults with disabilities.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically addressing SRH care for this demographic, similar studies have shown success in identifying healthcare disparities and improving access for underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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Brandeis University
Waltham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mitra, Monika — Brandeis University
- Study coordinator: Mitra, Monika
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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.