Research & Publications
Exploring the complexities of sexuality, marriage, and family life through rigorous, culturally sensitive research.
Our Research Focus Areas
Exploring critical aspects of human experience through rigorous, culturally sensitive research
Sex & Sexuality
Exploring human sexuality through biological, psychological, social, and cultural lenses.
Dating & Marriage
Investigating relationship dynamics, marriage patterns, and factors that contribute to relationship success.
Family Life & Parenting
Studying family dynamics, parenting practices, and their impact on child development and family well-being.
Current Research Projects
Our ongoing investigations into sexuality, marriage, and family life
Sexuality Education in Ghanaian Schools
A comprehensive study of sexuality education programs in Ghanaian schools, examining content, delivery methods, and impact on student knowledge and attitudes.
Marriage Patterns and Relationship Satisfaction
An investigation into marriage patterns, relationship dynamics, and factors contributing to relationship satisfaction among Ghanaian couples.
Parenting Practices and Child Development
A longitudinal study examining the relationship between parenting practices and child development outcomes in Ghanaian families.
Our Research Team
Meet the dedicated professionals behind iSMART's research efforts
Prof Stephen Doh Fia
Research Lead.
Counselling Psychologist and Senior Lecturer, University of Cape Coast
Rev Dr Aaron Adjei
Senior Researcher
Counselling Psychologist, Senior Lecturer - Central University
Mr Joshua Kwame Yeboah
Research associate & Fellow
Certified Sex Therapist and Counselling Psychologist
Mr Gideon A. Wiafe
Research data analyst
Research Partnerships
We collaborate with leading institutions to advance knowledge and practice
University of Ghana
Ghana Health Service
Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection
UNFPA Ghana
African Family Health Research Institute
International Center for Research on Women
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Ghana Education Service
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