People: Allison J. Tracy & Projects
Adolescent Mixed-Ancestry Identity: A Measurement Pilot
2006 - 2009Self-Identity of Youth of Mixed AncestryRacial/ethnic self-identification can vary over time and place, in other words, some adolescents of mixed ancestry report different single-race or mixed-race identifications at different times and in different situations. This report seeks to explore whether adolescents of mixed-ancestry have particular strengths or weaknesses compared within their single-race-reporting peers.
APT Validation Study Phase 1: Identifying and Minimizing Measurement Error
Ongoing since 2010Afterschool programsThis study will test the Afterschool Program Practices Tool's (APT) stability and accuracy as a measure of afterschool program quality.
Exploratory Study of Same-Sex Marriage
Completed 2005Same-Sex Marriage in MassachusettsResearchers examined the ways in which same-sex couples in Massachusetts perceived marriage. Interviews with couples and children illuminated reasons why same-sex couples may or may not marry and related social influences.
Postdoctoral Behavioral Research Training on Variations in Child and Adolescent Development
This postdoctoral training program on variations in child and adolescent development is now closed. It provided research training for candidates who sought to investigate elements of race, gender, and class in the context of childhood and adolescent environments.
Sports as Protective of Girls' High-Risk Sexual Behavior
2000-2005Sports' Influence on Sexual BehaviorThis study sought to clarify the links and benefits between sports and high-risk sexual behavior among high-school girls.
Stages of Change in Intimate Partner Violence
Completed in 2009Impact of stages of change on both male batterers and their female partnersThis project looks at the impact of stages of change on both male batterers and their female partners.
The Audit Study: Do Some College Activities Boost Chances of Entry to Corporate Careers?
Ongoing since 2011Education and careersThis study looks at what influence college activities have on recruiters considering people for corporate leadership positions.
