In the interACT lab we conduct research on "what works when and for whom" by using increasingly personalized methods to understand development. Our current research examines how developmental transitions (e.g., the timing and experience of puberty, changes in stress response systems, continued cognitive development) during adolescence are associated with health and wellbeing across the lifespan.
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To investigate these questions, we use intensive longitudinal assessments (e.g., daily diary), physiological data collection (e.g., saliva), and behavioral assessments (e.g., neurocognitive testing) alongside secondary data analyses and community-oriented data collection (e.g., youth participatory action research) to understanding adolescent's lived experiences.
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We care about integrating diverse perspectives, fostering equity, and ensuring that our findings translate into meaningful improvements in the lives of adolescents and their communities.