Portland State University

Family Perspectives of the Initial Implementation Phase of a Universal Preschool Program

Finding high-quality, affordable, and accessible early care and education poses significant challenges for families in the United States. Free, universal preschool programs are intended to alleviate these challenges and increase access. However, little research focuses on parents...

Pregnancy Ambivalence, History of Pregnancy, Condom Use, and Contraceptive Use Among U.S. Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Youth experiencing homelessness (YEH) are 5–8 times more likely than housed peers to become pregnant. A more nuanced examination of YEH pregnancy desire may better inform pregnancy and pregnancy prevention guidance. This study examined pregnancy ambivalence, pregnancy history, co...

Teamwork That Makes the Dream Work: Collaborating to Ensure Equity in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports for All

Implementing inclusive positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) requires collaborative teaming that centers on the needs of all students, including those with extensive support needs (ESN). In this article, we describe how schools can embed collaborative practices to...

Guns and Perceptions of Safety Among US Women

Importance: Prior research found differences in the perceived safety benefits from firearm exposure among diverse gun owners. More women have bought firearms in recent years, resulting in a growing proportion of women who own guns. Objective: To examine differences in perceptions...