Current Studies
Reproductive Justice
and Perinatal Mental
Health Research
This study evaluates the extent to which perinatal mental health researchers use a reproductive justice approach to their research.
​Perinatal Affective Treatment Trajectory Evaluation through Referral Networks using AI
Artificial intelligence is a powerful tool that can be leveraged to help improve the perinatal mental health treatment cascade. This series of projects aims to create new clinical tools to support patients, providers, and systems in best assisting birthing people and their families to thrive.
Postpartum Support of Black Women in ENC
This study seeks to determine how Black women in Eastern North Carolina are supported throughout the postpartum period and how these supports affect their quality of life.
Evaluating Opioid Use Disorder Treatment in the Perinatal Mental Health Literature
This review examines the current state of opioid use disorder treatment in the perinatal mental health literature.
Navigating the Healthcare System while Experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
This project aims to understand why pregnant and postpartum people often don't get the mental health care they need and find ways to improve things.