Citation
Smith, Scott James (2017). Condoms, Culture, and Conviction: The Effect of Acculturation and Religiosity on Latina Condom Use during First Sex with New Partners.
Social Work in Public Health. vol. 32 (3) pp. 176-191
Abstract
Latinas in the United States are less likely than their non-Hispanic peers to use condoms. Previous research has identified acculturation and religiosity as two key determinants of Latina condom use, but results are inconsistent, impairing the translation of findings to practice. The current study examines these constructs together and addresses methodological concerns noted in the literature. Structural equation modeling performed on a nationally representative sample of Latinas indicated that intrinsic religiosity increased condom use whereas acculturation decreased condom use. Extrinsic religiosity indirectly increased condom use via intrinsic religiosity. Implications for practice and policy are discussed.
URL
https://doi.org/10.1080/19371918.2016.1215278Keyword(s)
Add Health Latina acculturation condoms health disparities religiosity sexual health
Reference Type
Journal Article
Journal Title
Social Work in Public Health
Author(s)
Smith, Scott James
Year Published
2017
Volume Number
32
Issue Number
3
Pages
176-191
Edition
February 16, 2017
ISSN/ISBN
1937-190x
DOI
10.1080/19371918.2016.1215278
Reference ID
7147
