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Prevalence and Characteristics of Sexual Functioning among Sexually Experienced Middle to Late Adolescents
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Title: Prevalence and Characteristics of Sexual Functioning among Sexually Experienced Middle to Late Adolescents
Publication: The Journal of Sexual Medicine
Author: O’Sullivan, Lucia F., Lori A. Brotto, E. Sandra Byers, Jo Ann Majerovich, and Judith A. Wuest
Date: 01/12/2014
Abstract Introduction Little is known about problems in sexual functioning among young people, despite the high rates found in adult samples. It is unclear which problems are most prevalent or how common sexual distress is for young people experiencing problems. Aims This study aims to assess the prevalence, range, and correlates of sexual problems and […]
Older Adolescents’ Positive Attitudes toward Younger Adolescents as Sexual Partners
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Title: Older Adolescents’ Positive Attitudes toward Younger Adolescents as Sexual Partners.
Publication: Adolescence
Author: Henga, Kritinn, Svein Mossige, and Lars Wichstrom
Date: 12/01/2004
ABSTRACT The prevalence of older adolescents’ positive attitudes toward younger sexual partners was investigated through three measures of self-reported hypothetical likelihood of having sex with preadolescents and younger adolescents (LSA), using a school-based cluster sample of 710 Norwegian 18- to 19-yearolds attending nonvocational high schools in Oslo. Some likelihood of having sex with a preadolescent […]
Twisting Masculinity: Harms of Pornography to Young Boys and Men
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Title: Twisting Masculinity: Harms of Pornography to Young Boys and Men
Publication: Dignity: A Journal on Sexual Exploitation and Violence
Author: Gabe Deem
Date: 07/01/2017
I’d like to start by saying thank you to Dawn Hawkins and the rest of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) staff. It is an honor to be given an opportunity to join you in what I believe to be a cause of utmost importance. And thank you to all members of Congress and staff […]
“Exposure to Internet Pornography among Children and Adolescents: A National Survey”
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Title: Exposure to Internet Pornography among Children and Adolescents: A National Survey
Publication: CyberPsychology & Behavior
Author: Ybarra, Michele L., and Kimberly Mitchell
Date: 10/18/2005
ABSTRACT Estimates suggest that up to 90% or more youth between 12 and 18 years have access to the Internet. Concern has been raised that this increased accessibility may lead to a rise in pornography seeking among children and adolescents, with potentially serious ramifications for child and adolescent sexual development. Using data from the Youth […]
“Exposure to X-Rated Movies and Adolescent’s Sexual and Contraceptive-Related Attitudes and Behaviors”
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Title: Exposure to X-Rated Movies and Adolescent’s Sexual and Contraceptive-Related Attitudes and Behaviors
Publication: Pediatrics
Author: Wingood, Gina M., Suzy Davies, Ralph J. DiClemente, Kathy Harrington,, Edward W. Hook, and M. Kim Oh
Date: 05/01/2001
Abstract Objectives. To examine the association between exposure to X-rated movies and teens’ contraceptive attitudes and behaviors. Methods. Black females, 14 to 18 years old (n = 522) were recruited from adolescent medicine clinics, health departments, and school health clinics. Results. Exposure to X-rated movies was reported by 29.7% of adolescents. Exposure to X-rated movies […]
“Pornography, Sexual Coercion and Abuse and Sexting in Young People’s Intimate Relationships: A European Study”
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Title: Pornography, Sexual Coercion and Abuse and Sexting in Young People’s Intimate Relationships: A European Study
Publication: Journal of Interpersonal Violence
Author: Stanley, Nicky, Nadia Aghtaie, Christine Barter, Alba Lanau, Cath Larkins, Carolina Ӧverlien, and Marsha Wood
Date: 03/06/2016
Abstract New technology has made pornography increasingly accessible to young people, and a growing evidence base has identified a relationship between viewing pornography and violent or abusive behavior in young men. This article reports findings from a large survey of 4,564 young people aged 14 to 17 in five European countries which illuminate the relationship […]
“Is Sexual Content in New Media Linked to Sexual Risk Behaviour in Young People? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis”
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Title: Is Sexual Content in New Media Linked to Sexual Risk Behaviour in Young People? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Publication: Sexual Health
Author: Smith, Lucy Watchirs, Bette Liu, Louisa Degenhardt, Juliet Richters, George Patton, Handan Wand, Donna Cross, et al
Date: 08/11/2016
Abstract Background: Social networking and digital media increasingly have an impact on the lives of young people. We undertook a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies that examined the relationship between exposure to sexually explicit websites (SEWs) and ‘sexting’ (i.e. sending semi-nude or nude photos from a mobile phone) and the sexual attitudes and practices […]
“What Is So Special About Male Adolescent Sexual Offending? A Review and Test of Explanations through Meta-Analysis”
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Title: What Is So Special About Male Adolescent Sexual Offending? A Review and Test of Explanations through Meta-Analysis
Publication: Psychological Bulletin
Author: Seto, Michael C., and Martin L. Lalumière
Date: 07/01/2010
Abstract We tested special and general explanations of male adolescent sexual offending by conducting a meta-analysis of 59 independent studies comparing male adolescent sex offenders (n = 3,855) with male adolescent non-sex offenders (n = 13,393) on theoretically derived variables reflecting general delinquency risk factors (antisocial tendencies), childhood abuse, exposure to violence, family problems, interpersonal […]
“Adolescent’s Exposure to a Sexualized Media Environment and Their Notions of Women as Sex Objects”
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Title: Adolescent’s Exposure to a Sexualized Media Environment and Their Notions of Women as Sex Objects
Publication: Sex Roles
Author: Peter, Jochen, and Patti Valkenburg
Date: 02/28/2007
Abstract This study was designed to investigate whether adolescents’ exposure to a sexualized media environment is associated with stronger beliefs that women are sex objects. More specifically, we studied whether the association between notions of women as sex objects and exposure to sexual content of varied explicitness (i.e., sexually non-explicit, semi-explicit, or explicit) and in […]
“Associations between Young Adults’ Use of Sexually Explicit Materials and Their Sexual Preference, Behaviors, and Satisfaction”
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Title: Associations between Young Adults’ Use of Sexually Explicit Materials and Their Sexual Preference, Behaviors, and Satisfaction
Publication: The Journal of Sex Research
Author: Morgan, Elizabeth M.
Date: 01/20/2011
Abstract This study examined how levels of sexually explicit material (SEM) use during adolescence and young adulthood were associated with sexual preferences, sexual behaviors, and sexual and relationship satisfaction. Participants included 782 heterosexual college students (326 men and 456 women; Mage = 19.9) who completed a questionnaire online. Results revealed high frequencies and multiple types and contexts […]