Publications by authors named "Kinsey Vear"
Objective(s): To capture the perspectives and knowledge of adolescents and young adults on abortion-related topics following the Dobbs decision.
Study Design: Qualitative content analysis of an open-ended, five-question survey fielded on October 28, 2022 via the MyVoice project, a nationwide weekly text message poll of 14-24-year-olds.
Results: We found the respondents (N = 565, response rate 71%) had a mean age of 20.
Objective: To understand what support adolescents and young adults need to access abortion amidst the changing legal landscape.
Study Design: A diverse nationwide sample (N = 638, response rate 78%) of individuals aged 14-24 responded to a text message survey in July 2022 about the social and logistical support they would need for safe abortion access. Responses were coded and analyzed thematically.
Purpose: Given the changing landscape of abortion access, we sought to understand where adolescents and young adults retrieve information about abortion online.
Methods: A nationwide sample (n = 638) of 14- to 24-year-olds responded to a qualitative text message survey in July 2022 regarding websites or social media they would use for abortion-related information. Open-ended responses were coded and analyzed for themes.
Article Synopsis
- Restrictions on abortion in the U.S. are likely to negatively affect adolescents, prompting a study of their awareness and knowledge about the issue before a significant Supreme Court ruling.
- Researchers conducted a text message survey with 654 adolescents aged 14-24 to assess their understanding of abortion access and found that many were informed and emotionally affected by potential legal changes.
- The findings highlight the need for policymakers to consider adolescents' perspectives and experiences when addressing abortion access and developing supportive initiatives.