Citation
Broman, Clifford L. (2007). Sexual risk behavior among black adolescents.
Journal of African American Studies. vol. 11 (3) pp. 180-188
Abstract
This study investigates sexual risk behavior among a national sample of Black adolescents. While risky behavior among black adolescents has been studied, many studies are limited methodologically, and are not sufficiently focused on family factors. Using data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health, findings indicate that there is a substantial overlap in risky behaviors among black adolescents, in that sexual behavior is strongly related to substance use. Family factors play a role in sexual behavior among black adolescents, in that maternal warmth is associated with less involvement in sexual behavior. The impact of peer drug use, family structure and religious involvement is of limited significance in sexual behavior. These results differ from previous research. We interpret the results and make suggestions for future research on black adolescent sexual behavior.
URL
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12111-007-9020-7Reference Type
Journal Article
Journal Title
Journal of African American Studies
Author(s)
Broman, Clifford L.
Year Published
2007
Volume Number
11
Issue Number
3
Pages
180-188
Edition
June 27, 2007
ISSN/ISBN
1936-4741
DOI
10.1007/s12111-007-9020-7
Reference ID
7437
