Positive psychosexual development in adolescence is crucial to sexual health. Evidence
suggests that adolescent's psychosexual development is influenced by the sexual self …

During adolescence, young people are exposed to information about sex from a myriad of
sources including mass media (Kaiser Family Foundation 2001). Adolescents frequently cite …

This study assessed a newly developed Sexual Communication Self-Efficacy Scale
designed to measure the sexual communication self-efficacy of adolescent men and women …

Women are socialized to endorse femininity scripts mandating that they prioritize others'
needs and engage in self-silencing behaviors. Further, Black women may also endorse the …

To examine the association between “competence” and adolescent sexual and reproductive
health (ASRH) outcomes. Competence refers to the development of skills to perform tasks …

Research has begun to examine the subjective meanings of virginity and first coitus, but little
is known about how these understandings influence the first sexual intercourse event. The …

Men can play a significant role in teaching their children about sexuality but fathers'
practices and perceptions in this domain remain under explored. This study presents an …

Objectives To understand how relationship status influences contraceptive use among
young people. Study Design Data were collected as part of a longitudinal study on hormonal …

HIV prevention strategies among couples include condom use, mutual monogamy, and HIV
testing. Research suggests that condom use is more likely with new or casual partners, and …

Sexuality in Adolescence: The Digital Generation provides a comprehensive and up-to-date
overview of research and theory about adolescent sexuality in today's world. The book …