Building a future where abortion is unthinkable
Latest Research

Study: A Few Good Men: Increasing the Masculine Presence – Exploring men’s emotional perceptions of abortion and unexpected pregnancy.
Building a future where abortion is unthinkable
Understanding why women feel the way they do about abortion and how to reduce the number of people who support abortion.
Understanding the psychological dynamics that drive teen attitudes and feelings about abortion and sexual activity
We’re sharing what we’ve learned
As the premier research authority on abortion decision making, we’ve spent decades speaking to women about the issue. Now we’re ready to share what works and what doesn’t so that together, we can defeat misinformation and build a future where abortion is unthinkable.
Explore the New Changes to the VRI Website
Vitae Research Institute is excited to announce several new updates and improvements to our website! These updates were designed with functionality and accessibility in mind. We made these changes so you can make Vitae Research Institute your go-to for pro-life...
Current Projects
2025 Men’s Study: The goal of this recently finished study was to learn how men respond emotionally to the abortion issue, interact with their preborn child’s mother when facing an unexpected pregnancy and discover how to develop messages that will help men truly support the women in their lives.





