Our Research Studies

Fortaleza Mexicana

Families confronting violence in rural Mexico. The study explores Mexican families’ experiences with violence and resilience.

Proyecto VENCER

Violence Exposure in College Mexican Emerging Adults and Resilience Study. Examines how exposure to violence influences adjustment during the transition to adulthood.

MAPI Study

Linking neighborhood violence to Mexican adolescents’ psychological and immune health through a longitudinal, community-based approach.

PAIS

Polyvictimization among Mexican Adolescents Interview Study. Investigates how multiple forms of victimization affect psychological well-being.

STAR*PR

Study on Trauma, Adversity, and Resilience in Puerto Rico. Focused on developing trauma-informed school and community interventions for youth.

HAVE HOPE

Honduras Adult Victimization Experience Harnessing Opportunities for Positive Empowerment. Examines gender-based violence and resilience in Honduran women.

PRIDE

Puerto Rican Identity Development after Experiences of Trauma Interview Study. Explores identity, culture, and recovery after adversity.

SEVERE

Student Exposure to Violence and Resilience in Education. Investigates school belonging and adaptive responses to adversity in youth.