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Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleATTACHMENT STYLE AS A PREDICTOR OF RISKY SEXUAL BEHAVIOR IN ADOLESCENTSAmber Paulk, Ryan ZayacThe aim of the current study was to examine attachment style as a predictor of risky sexual behavior in a younger, more vulnerable sample than previously investigated in the literature: High school aged adolescents. The hypothesized associations among the variables were partially supported. Contrary to our predictions, there was no significant association between avoidance and risky sexual behavior. However, higher … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 9, Issue 2 · 20 Aug 2013 · 8,184 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleAcquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Risky Sexual Behavior and AbortionMarshall H. MedoffProblem statement: incidence of abortion in the United States has steadily declined since 1990. The question is why? Approach: This study, using multiple linear regression, examines whether women’s unprotected sexual activity is deterred by the risk of contracting AIDS as reflected in decreased abortion rates. Results: The empirical evidence consistently finds that the prevalence of AIDS reduces the risky (unprotected) … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 2 · 28 Feb 2012 · 8,538 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleThe Influence of Garcinia kola Seed on Sexual Behavior and Testis Physiology in Wistar RatsJonah Sydney Aprioku, Victor Nwachukwu, Blessing Ukamaka Okeke et al.Garcina kola seed is believed by some to enhance male sexual performance but existing scientific data show divergent results. In this study, the sexual and reproductive influence of ethanol (70%) seed extract of G. kola was evaluated in Wistar rats. Adult male rats were gavaged with 0, 50, 100, 200 or 300 mg kg-1 day-1 of extract for 30 days … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 13, Issue 1 · 25 Apr 2018 · 13,804 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleHIV/AIDS Knowledge and Sexual Behavior Among Junior Secondary School Students in South AfricaKarl Peltzer, Supa PromtussananonThe aim of the study was to assess HIV/AIDS knowledge and sexual behaviour among jun-ior Secondary School students in South Africa using a cross-sectional survey design. The sample con-sisted of 3150 students, with 44.1% were male and 55.9% female students. Their mean age was 15.75 yrs (SD=1.61) ranging from 13 to 24 years chosen from 150 schools in South Africa. … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 1, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2005 · 7,770 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsRat Model for Poly-AutoimmunityMaria StaykovaAround 30% of the male PVG rats have very low testosterone levels. Upon immunisation with myelin basic protein in complete Freund’s adjuvant they develop experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis and adjuvant arthritis. The androgen insensitive syndrome in these rats could be used in studies on poly-autoimmunity as well as in studies on variations in the sexual differentiation of brain and behavior. …American Journal of Immunology, Vol. 8, Issue 3 · 7 Sep 2012 · 7,549 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsBorderline Personality Symptoms and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Risk in Alcohol and Other Drug Abusing Adolescent OffendersJessy G. Dévieux, Robert M. Malow, Rhonda Rosenberg et al.Problem statement: Incarcerated youth with borderline symptomatology represent a particularly at risk-population due to their enggement in risky behaviors. Five hundred twenty two adolescents were assessed for borderline symptomatology (MACI), engagement in risky behaviors and attitudes/knowledge. Approach:Adolescents were divided into two groups: low borderline (below the 60 scale score cutoff) and high borderline (subclinical and clinical range). Multivariate analyses were … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 7,814 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsHIV Prevention Intervention Outcome among Minority Adolescents in Court Mandated Drug TreatmentJessy Devieux, Robert C. McMahon, Rhonda Rosenberg, Robert M. MalowProblem statement: Delinquent adolescents with substance abuse disorders frequently engage in behaviors that elevate their risk of contracting HIV. Although effective risk reduction interventions are urgently needed, there is uncertainty about the nature of interventions required to produce change. Approach: This study evaluated whether Modified version of Becoming A Responsible Teen (M-BART) produced greater reductions in drug use and sexual … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 3, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2007 · 6,339 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsSexual Risk Intervention In Multiethnic Drug And Alcohol UsersDeborah L. Jones, Stephen M. Weiss, Ndashi Chitalu et al.An estimated 38.6 million persons globally are living with HIV, of whom over 1.1 million reside in Zambia. Of the 2 million cases in the US, 64% of new cases among women are among African Americans. Alcohol and drug use represents a significant risk factor for HIV transmission among both Zambians and African Americans. In addition, gender dynamics in both … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 3, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2007 · 7,108 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsInterventions and Patterns of Risk in Adolescent HIV/AIDS PreventionRobert M. Malow, Rhonda Rosenberg, Geri Donenberg, Jessy G. DévieuxMid-way through the third decade of experience in preventing HIV/AIDS among adolescents, behavioral interventions and outcomes for high risk subgroups have generated evidence extremely instructive for navigating future priorities in reducing transmission risk behavior. Youth who abuse alcohol or drugs, who are detained or incarcerated, or have mental health co-morbidity such as externalizing disorders, represent the most significant challenge to … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 2, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2006 · 7,281 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractHuman Papillomavirus Genotypes in the Korean Older Adult Population Running Head: HPV Genotypes in Korean Older AdultsJieun Hwang, Hee Seung Song et al.In older populations, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infections are likely to reactivate owing to immunocompromised, thereby increasing the risk of cervical and other cancers. However, research on HPV infection in older adults is limited and data on the sex- and age-specific distribution of high-risk HPV types are lacking. Thus, to increase the level of evidence on the extension of cervical cancer … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 21, Issue 1 · 6 Dec 2024 · 5,007 accessesView PDFCite