Previous Projects

Re-envisioning Engagement and Action for Child & Community Health (R.E.A.C.H) Partnership

Since 2019, the StarLab has engaged in a partnership with the Durham County Women’s Commission (www.durhamwomen.org) to identify key well-being and health concerns of girls …

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Representations of Fatherhood: Roles, Awareness, & MEaning (ReFRAME Study)

Numerous scholars have discussed the multigenerational impacts of negative stereotypes and deficit perspectives regarding African American fathers. Still, outside of qualitative studies, very little research …

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Fathers and Mothers in the Lives of Youth (F.A.M.I.L.Y) Study

Investigation exploring African American fathers’ parenting practices and influences on adolescent development. The FAMILY project is a longitudinal survey-based study with father, adolescent, and mother …

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African American Adolescent Girls’ School Experiences and Wellbeing: Identifying Resilience Factors

Investigation exploring the school and peer experiences of African American adolescent girls. This investigation includes survey and daily diary measures. Recruitment begins in Summer 2018! …

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Psychological Well-Being among African American Emerging Adults: Risk and Protective Factors

Emerging adulthood, defined as a distinct developmental period (18-25 years of age), has been characterized as a time of identity exploration and transition for many …

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Understanding How Mothers and Fathers Negotiate Race-Related Discussions

Several models that address the development of African American youth have discussed the importance of parent socialization that prepares youth to cope with one’s status …

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