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Preventing the Onset of Problem Sexual Behaviors among Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Center:
MD-Kennedy Krieger Institute, UCEDD/LEND
Fiscal Year:
2026
Contact Information:
Mirian Ofonedu
[email protected]
443-923-9592
Project Description:
Preventing the Onset of Problem Sexual Behaviors among Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: The program funded by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with Dr. Mirian Ofonedu as co-investigator, aim to establish an initial evidence-base for Responsible Behavior with Youth and Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (RBYC-IDD) – a school-based intervention to prevent the onset of problematic sexual behaviors by children and youth. 
Keyword(s):
Adolescent Health, Child Health
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation
Area of Emphasis
Quality Assurance
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
Funding Source:
Federal
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
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