Testing a model: a developmental perspective of adolescent male sexuality

Citation

Smith, L. H. & Guthrie, B. J. (2005). Testing a model: a developmental perspective of adolescent male sexuality. J Spec Pediatr Nurs. vol. 10 (3) pp. 124-138

Abstract

PURPOSE: This study tested a model of adolescent male sexuality and evaluated its usefulness for predicting sexual behaviors among a diverse sample. DESIGN AND METHODS: Secondary analysis using a national sample was conducted. Sexuality was conceptualized as depending on family, peers, and school. Neighborhood was hypothesized to influence sexuality indirectly. Sexuality was hypothesized to influence sexual behaviors and age at first sex. Structural equation modeling techniques were used with ethnic comparisons. RESULTS: Family was the strongest predictor of sexuality. Males who were closer to their family were sexually conservative; males closer to peers were sexually permissive. Neighborhood's influence was moderated through family and school. Ethnic differences were not found. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Sexuality assessments and strengthening family relationships are essential.

URL

http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6155.2005.00024.x

Keyword(s)

Adolescent

Notes

Smith, Laureen H

Reference Type

Journal Article

Journal Title

J Spec Pediatr Nurs

Author(s)

Smith, L. H.
Guthrie, B. J.

Year Published

2005

Volume Number

10

Issue Number

3

Pages

124-138

Edition

2005/08/09

ISSN/ISBN

1539-0136 (Print)

DOI

10.1111/j.1744-6155.2005.00024.x

Reference ID

1787