Negative Sexual Behavior Research Articles

Health Education Analysis Of Adolescent Behavior Regarding Free Sex In Karadiri Village Wanggar District, Nabire District

The lack of provision of health education to adolescents about sex as well as the rapid development of internet media such as free access to pornographic content has caused adolescents' sexual behavior to become more risky and to influence behavior that is not good about sex. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of health education on adolescent behavior regarding free sex in Karadiri Village, Wanggar District, Nabire Regency. The research design used pre-experimental research with a one group pre test-post test design. The sample for this study were 42 adolescents aged 15-21 years in Karadiri Village in June 2023. Sampling method using Simple Random sampling technique. Data collection using a questionnaire. Bivariate analysis used the Wilcoxon statistical test with a significant level of α = 0.05. Based on the results of the study that out of 42 respondents, most of the respondents before being given health education had negative sexual behavior as many as 22 respondents (52.3%) and after being given health education almost all respondents had positive sexual behavior as many as 40 respondents (95.2%). The Wilcoxon test results obtained p = 0.000 <0.05, so H1 is accepted or Ho is rejected, meaning that there is an effect of sexual health education on adolescent behavior regarding free sex in Karadiri Village, Wanggar District, Nabire Regency. Providing sexual health education has an important role in providing knowledge to teenagers to have positive behavior and prevent promiscuous sexual behavior.

Application of Health Belief Model (HBM) With Sexual Behavior in Bandar Lor Mojoroto District Kediri 2022

Health belief model is a model used to describe an individual's belief in healthy living behavior, so that the individual will carry out health behavior in the form of preventive behavior. This health belief model is often used to predict preventive health behavior. The health belief model is used to predict various health-related behaviors. The main concept of the Health belief model is healthy behavior determined by individuals in Bandar Lor Village, Mojoroto District, Kediri City.This type of research is analytical observational with a cross sectional approach with a sample size of 54 respondents, taken using the Porposive Sampling technique. The data analysis used was univariate, bivariate, univariate analysis and the Chi Square test. The results of this research show that the statistical test results of Perceived Susceptibility (p=0.306), Perceived Severity (p=0.503), Perceived Benefit of Action (p=0.301), Cues to Action (p=0.209) have no relationship with sexual behavior. Meanwhile, Self Efficacy (p=0.003) has a relationship with sexual behavior. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the perception related to sexual behavior is Self Efficacy. So it is hoped that teenagers can learn and increase their insight into the impact of sexual behavior so that they can avoid negative sexual behavior.

How do new mothers describe their postpartum sexual quality of life? a qualitative study

BackgroundSexuality plays a critical role in a woman’s postpartum quality of life and also has a strong impact on the quality of her relationship. Given the sparse body of published literature on the subject, we aimed to explore how new mothers explain their postpartum sexual quality of life.MethodA qualitative study was carried out in Iran and Switzerland from December 2018 to March 2019. Focus groups and semi-structured in-depth interviews (IDIs) were conducted with mothers in the first four months after parturition. Mothers who were older than 18 years, were married or in a stable relationship, and experienced a low-risk vaginal birth or cesarean section participated in the study. We used Graneheim and Lundman’s approach for analyzing the data. Multiple data collection methods, maximum variation sampling, and peer checks were applied to enhance the rigor of the data.ResultsWe achieved data saturation after two focus group discussions (FGDs), 15 IDIs in Iran, and 13 IDIs in Switzerland. We extracted three themes for postpartum sexual quality of life: (a) sexual worldview, (b) interpersonal relationship, and (c) postpartum sex storm. The participants described sexual worldview as “sexual beliefs”, “sexual perceptions”, and “sexual behaviors”. The interpersonal relationship consists of “changes in postpartum interpersonal relationships” and “supportive role of the husbands/partners”. The last one, postpartum sex storm, has three categories including “direct changes in sexual life”, “indirect changes in sexual life”, and “resumption of sexual intercourse”. Differences between the two cultures were identified in some subcategories such as “sexual interests”, “comparable to the first intercourse in life”, “negative sexual behaviors of husbands/partners”, “positive sexual behavior of mothers”, “helping with child care and housework”, and “emotional support”.ConclusionNew mothers explained postpartum sexual quality of life as a three-theme phenomenon. Although most results were similar in both cultures, there were some differences. Our study’s results suggest that sexual quality of life is a topic that encompasses international as well as cultural aspects.

PENDIDIKAN KESEHATAN REPRODUKSI REMAJA DI MASA PANDEMI COVID 19 PADA SISWA SMK HARAPAN MULYA BRANGSONG KENDAL

Adolescence is a period of transition from child to adult, this period is often referred to as the critical period, where there is physical, psychological, sexual and intellectual growth, and the start of exploration of matters relating to sexual and romanticism. According to WHO, adolescents are aged 10-19 years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, students are still studying online at home. There are several things related to adolescent reproductive health that must be conveyed to students because Harapan Mulya Brangsong Vocational School is a vocational vocational school that has very little knowledge about adolescent reproductive health, misinformation that they get from social media can plunge students into negative sexual behavior. Based on the results of the Indonesian Demographic Health Survey (IDHS) in 2017, about 33.3% of female adolescents and 34.5% of male adolescents aged 15-19 years were at risk of risky sexual behavior. The purpose of the activity is to increase students' knowledge related to reproductive health. The activities carried out were in the form of counseling, discussion and question and answer using slides from Power point (ppt) and playing an explanation video about HIV AIDS risk factors that were shared in the whatsapp group and then questions and answers were carried out via wa group chat. The result of this activity was that 60 participants from class X to class XII saw an increase in students' knowledge about adolescent reproductive health during the Covid 19 pandemic, namely the mean pre test value of 40.98 increased with the mean post test value of 86.50.

FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN PERILAKU BERESIKO SEKSUAL PADA REMAJA DI SMA

<pre><strong><em>This survey was conducted nationally by youth risk behavior in the United States in 2015, 41.2% of students sitting in 9-12 had already had sexual relations, 35% of students in the upper secondary school had actively done so.Indonesia expresses some youth bahavior dating that are not married as follow: 35.7% of youth ever get the partners, 38.7% ever hurry lips, and 75.6% youth ever hold hands with the couple. Beside that, the age is the most for dating is around 15-17 years around 46.15%. The objectives of this research are to see the factors related to sexual behavior for youth in privet senior high schools of Bukittingi in 2018.</em></strong></pre><pre><strong><em>Type od this research is analytic descriptive by using cross sectional study approching. The population of this resaerch is all of privatte students of senior high school. The number of the population is 613 students by using proporsional stratified random sampling. The total of the sample is 100 students. Data is calculated manually and anlyzed as univariat in frequency dsitubution table and bivariat by using chi-square statistical test.</em></strong></pre><pre><strong><em>The result of the reseach shows that 60% respondents have negavtice attitude, 58% respondents effects of pairs, 60% bad effects of mass media, 64% respondents have negative sexual behavior. Thera are correlation among attitude, pairs and mass media with sexual behavior with score p=0.037,0.000 and 0.030.</em></strong></pre><pre><strong><em>It can be condluded that main factors influences sexual behavior for youth is pairs. It is suggested to the teacher in private senior high school bukittinggi to improve the promotion and give lesson about sexual behavior, and bad effect if follow the risk bahavior pairs and effect if do sexual behavior toward the caouple before married. </em></strong></pre><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><pre><strong><em>Keywords : </em></strong><strong><em>attitude, effect of pairs, mass media exposure, sexual behavior. </em></strong></pre>

The Relationship of Family Communication Level With The Sexual Behavior of Adolescent With Disability In The Umbrella Disability Project (UDP) Bukittinggi City

According to Survey Demografi Kesehatan Indonesia (SDKI) at 2018, it is said that adolescents who have knowledge about reproductive health are still lacking with a percentage of 35.3% of female adolescents and 31.2% of male adolescents aged 12-19 years. Individuals have reached a developmental transition that is closer to adulthood. This growth and development is not only experienced by normal adolescents but also experienced by adolescents with disabilities. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the level of family communication and adolescent sexual behavior in the UDP community in Bukittinggi City. This type of research is descriptive analytic with a cross sectional design. The population of this study were all youth with disabilities (deaf) who were in the Umbrella Disability Project (UDP) community as many as 30 respondents. The sampling technique was carried out by total sampling. The results of this study were almost half (43.3%) of respondents had poor family communication levels and less than half (33.3%) of respondents had poor sexual behavior. After carrying out the Chi-square analysis test, it was found that there was a significant relationship between the level of family communication and the sexual behavior of adolescents with disabilities in the UDP community in Bukittinggi City (p < 0.05). Based on this research, it is concluded that adolescents with disabilities during their growth and development need special attention, especially parents and families to prevent risky sexual behavior so that it is not difficult for them to discuss efforts to prevent negative sexual behavior in society

The Relationship Between Parents and Children In Influencing Adolescents’ Sexual Behavior

Background: The survey result ofSDKI (Basic Survey of Indonesian Demography and Health) in 2012 on KRR (Adolescents’ reproductive health) shows that approximately 9.3% or 3.7 million adolescents have had sexual intercourse, while the result of SKRRI (Survey of Adolescents’ Reproductive Health) shows that approximately 7% or 3 million adolescents have had sexual intercourse. One of the environmental factors on adolescents’ reproductive behavior is the family factor. Adolescents who have had premarital sexual intercourse mostly come from broken homes, which has many conflicts and problems. Aim: The study investigates the correlation between parents and children relationship and adolescents’ sexual behavior at Bantul. Method: The study used a cross-sectional approach and analytical correlation. The total sampling technique was used to draw 81 respondents as the samples. The data were analyzed using Chi-square statistical test. Result: The chi-square statistical test result showed that 34 respondents had a good relationship with their parents (42), and 16 respondents had a lack of relationship with their parents. Forty-seven respondents (58%) showed negative sexual behavior. P-value was 0.015 (p<0,05), meaning a correlation between parents’ close relationship and adolescents’ sexual behavior at senior high school in Bantul. Conclusion: There is a correlation between parents and children relationship and adolescents’ sexual behavior at senior highs schools in Bantul. Adolescents and parents should be more open to each other in discussing their problems, especially their reproductive health because it is one of the ways to build a good relationship between parents and adolescents Keywords: relationship, adolescents’ sexual behavior, parents and children

FACTORS RELATED WITH SEXUAL BEHAVIOR IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES IN SLB (SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL) DISTRICTS OF BANTUL, YOGYAKARTA

Background: The prevalence of children with intellectual disabilities is reported to be 1-3% or 30 people out of 1,000 Indonesians. Intellectual disability is characterized by the main characteristic of weak thinking ability. Children with intellectual disabilities do not know what sexuality is, they are less able to adapt to the environment, but they have the same physical development and sexual development characteristics as normal children. Children with intellectual disabilities are at higher risk of having negative sexual behavior compared to normal children. Purpose: Knowing the factors (giving parents education about sexuality, adolescent knowledge about sexuality, parenting style, socioeconomic status, exposure to pornographic media, and alcohol consumption) that are related to sexual behavior in adolescents with intellectual disabilities in Bantul Regency SLB (Special Needs Schools), Yogyakarta. Methods: This study was a cross sectional design. The research subjects were all parents and middle school as well as high school intellectual disabilities students in the SLB of Bantul Regency. Research subjects were recruited using consecutive sampling techniques. The instrument used was a questionnaire giving education by parents about sexuality, adolescent knowledge about sexuality, parenting, sexual behavior and screening using peer problem questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out by Person and Independent Sample T-test. Results: 64 students (72.7%) had high risk sexual behavior. There is a significant relationship between exposure to pornographic media (p = 0,000) and knowledge of adolescents (p = 0.008) with adolescent sexual behavior in intellectual disabilities. There is no significant relationship between alcohol consumption, giving education by parents, parenting and socio-economic status with adolescent sexual behavior of intellectual disabilities. Conclusion: Exposure to pornographic media is the most dominant factor associated with adolescent sexual behavior in intellectual disabilities.

Relationship among Sexual Knowledge, Sexual Attitudes, and Sexual Behavior of Junior High School Students in West Jakarta

Lack of sexual knowledge and increasing negative sexual attitudes in Indonesia could lead to risky sexual behavior. This problem increases teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and abortion among adolescents. This study aimed to determine the relationship between sexual knowledge and sexual attitudes towards sexual behavior among junior high school students in West Jakarta. This study was cross-sectional, conducted on 544 junior high school students in West Jakarta. Measuring instruments used were characteristic questionnaires, sexual knowledge questionnaires, sexual attitude questionnaires, and sexual behavior questionnaires. Data analysis was performed using bivariate (chi-square). This study shows 79.2% of the respondents had low sexual knowledge, 45.6% respondents had negative sexual behavior, and 48.2% respondents had risky sexual behavior. This study finds that most male respondents had low sexual knowledge (80.8%), low sexual attitude (56.8%), and “less-safe” risky sexual behavior (60.0%), while “not-safe” risky sexual behavior (2.7%) was found higher in female respondents. Bivariate analysis shows a significant relationship between sexual knowledge (p=0.006; 95% OR=1.763 |95% CI=1.151-2.698) and sexual attitude (p=<0.001; OR=2.852 | 95% CI=2.012-4.043) towards sexual behavior. In conclusion, low sexual knowledge and negative sexual attitudes increase the risk of risky sexual behavior.

Psychosocial Factors as Determinants of Sexual Well-being of Female Teenagers in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria

As sexual well-being of female teenager becomes a major concern for the public, it is necessary to look at some factors that may affect the development of positive or negative sexual behavior for the right girl-child education. This study thus, examined the psychosocial factors as determinants of sexual well-being of female teenagers in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was used for the study and a sample of 200 respondents was purposively selected. Sexual well-being, Self-efficacy, Emotional intelligence, Family environment, Peer influence and Social Media Questionnaire (SSEFPSQ) are adopted as the research instruments. Data collected were analyzed using Multiple Regression Analysis. The study established that there is a significant joint contribution of the Independent variables (F (6, 193) = 176.763, P0.01) to the prediction of sexual well-being. It also established that there is a significant relative contribution of the independent variable to the prediction of sexual well-being of female teenagers in Ibadan North Local Government Area with self-efficacy (Beta = .725, t= 4.809, P0.01), as the most potent factor followed by Family environment (Beta = .337, t= 2.798, P0.01), emotional intelligence (Beta = .280, t= 4.253, P0.01), and social media (Beta = -.396, t= -3.539, P0.05). The study shows that it is important for the public, parents and care providers to understand factors that affect teenagers’ sexual well-being: parental background, parenting, social pressure, etc. To this end, the public must be enlightened about the sensitivity of female sex welfare, parents must not only be educated about the impact of family factors on sexual welfare of female adolescents, but also require proper sex education for teachers, parents, and mental and social intervention to elaborate on it.

Tinder Tales: An Exploratory Study of Online Dating Users and Their Most Interesting Stories

ABSTRACT The present study examines the differences between users and non-users of mobile-based dating applications, along with individual user experiences. To better understand the typical online dating application consumer, this research utilized quantitative analyses to compare traditional college-age users versus non-users on behavioral and attitudinal measures. Qualitative coding took place to analyze open-ended survey responses from participants regarding personal experiences. Those who use mobile-based dating applications were significantly different from non-users on all variables examined, including rates of negative drinking behaviors, drug use, sexual compulsivity, sexual deception, and negative sexual behaviors. The review of qualitative responses revealed users experiencing a wide range of negative behaviors including stalking, consensual and non-consensual explicit photo sharing, consensual and non-consensual message sharing, and deception. This article provides a framework for the identification of potential risks of using online dating applications and highlights prevention programming that will enhance the awareness of problematic online dating behaviors.

The Effects of Learning by Reproductive Health Module on Knowledge, Attitudes and Practicesregarding Adolescent Reproductive Health in Bandung District

Characteristics of adolescents often lead to negative sexual behavior that makes adolescents vulnerable to health problems, especially sexually transmitted diseases or other reproductive health problems. Based on this, efforts are needed to improve adolescent skills in healthy behavior, especially reproductive health, one of which can be given through learning using special modules. This study aims to determine the effect of reproductive health learning modules on the knowledge, attitudes and behavior of adolescent reproductive health. Method: this study used the quasi experiment method pre-post test design. The research sample was 59 students (28 control groups and 31 treatment groups). Data analysis using Wilcoxon, Chi-Square test and Mann Whitney test with α = 0.05. Results: The analysis showed there were differences in knowledge before and after learning in modules 6 and 7 (p-value 0,000), the different in attitudes before and after learning in module 7 (p-value 0.030) and differences also found in practice before and after learning in module 2 and 7 (p-value 0.001 and 0.045). Conclusion: Most of the participants in the study were not knowledgeable about reproductive health, unfavourable attitude about reproductive health and also had poor practices about reproductive health, it should be considered in the future research and intervention programs attempting to improve reproductive health outcomeslike improving learning method and media like using multimedia.

Colorizing self-esteem among African American young women: Linking skin tone, parental support, and sexual health

Issues around skin tone and colorism have generated much discussion in popular culture outlets and empirical research. This work has focused primarily on the continued significance of skin tone across the life course for women of color. Yet, few studies have examined the implications of skin tone on sexual health. Using data from a longitudinal study of 397 African American young women, we examined a prospective model in which self-esteem was a psychological mediator through which skin tone influenced negative sexual behavior and sexual health outcomes. In addition, we investigated parental support and racial identity as moderators that act as protective factors to buffer the effects of an individual’s skin tone on self-esteem thus influencing sexual health outcomes. Results indicated that skin tone was linked to sexual behavior and negative sexual health outcomes indirectly through its association with self-esteem. Further, when parental support was high, a weaker link emerged between skin tone and self-esteem. Findings suggest high parental support may be advantageous for darker skin young women because it serves as a protective factor that buffers the impact of skin tone on self-esteem. Results, however, showed no evidence of moderation for racial identity. Future research on African American young women should focus on the effects of skin tone alone or in combination with self-esteem and parental support given its link to sexual health.

HUBUNGAN SUMBER INFORMASI KESEHATAN REPRODUKSI DENGAN PERILAKU SEKSUAL PADA PELAJAR SMA NEGERI DI KOTA SABANG TAHUN 2015

Source of information obtained teenagers about reproduction health is pushed the behavior of the teenagers to know more about sexual problem. In line with the era of globalization, information and technology, there is a big change in the sexual behavior of teenagers. Unwanted pregnancy, unsafe abortions and an increase in cases of sexually transmitted infections, which is a problem in teenagers reproduction health in Indonesia. The results of research in the program of Muda Berkarya conducted by Yayasan Kita (2005), teenagers of Sabang and some other town in the province of Aceh are likely to be further involved in unsafe sexual behavior. The purpose of this survey study with cross sectional study design is to examine the relationship of reproduction health resources (role of media, role of parents, role of peers) on the sexual behavior of high school students in Sabang. The population of this study are 607 high school students and 113 of them were selected through univariate proporsional hypothesis test to be the samples for this study and bivariate (Chi square test) with significance level ? <0,05 and level of confidence of 95%. The results using Chi square test shows that significant variables related to sexual behavior are: the role of the media (p = 0.018) role of parents (p = 0.043) and the role of peers (p = 0.014). All of these variables have been associated with sexual behavior. It is suggested that the Department of Health to improve the implementation of outreach programs Teenagers Reproduction Health. With the counseling of students to better understand and care for reproduction health. The Department of Education to improve reproductive health education curriculum, so that students are better able to keep the negative sexual behavior and pornography so that negative interactions can be avoided.

Perianal Condyloma Acuminata: Factors that Contribute to the Recurrence

Introduction . Condyloma Acuminata (CA) is the most common sexually transmitted disease caused by HPV with high recurrence rate up to 70%. Factors contribute to the recurrence such as age, site of predilection, previous treatment, HIV infection and sexual behavior were noted in perianal CA. To date the correlation of these factors to the recurrence remains unknown. Method . A cross sectional study was conducted. Patients with history of CA managed in clinic of surgery during period of January 2010 to June 2015 were reviewed. Subject characteristics, i.e. age, infected site, previous treatment, HIV infection and sexual behavior and recurrence were the variables of the study. Data collected from medical record were statistically analyzed. Significant correlation found if p value <0.05. Results. There were 48 subjects with the history of CA. On the analysis, age variable has a significant correlation with the recurrence p = 0.008 (OR = 5.83; 95% CI 1.66–20.56;). The recurrence was higher in productive age compared to non–productive age. Previous anal CA and high risk negative sexual behavior showed a higher recurrence risk than previous non–anal CA and positive sexual behavior (OR = 1.89 and 2.14, respectively). Conclusion. There was significant correlation between age and CA recurrence, anal CA and negative sexual behavior showing 1.89 and 2.14 times, respectively more likely to have recurrence

‘It Just Be Like That’: Young Men’s and Women’s Attributions of Negative Sexual Behavior

This paper provides an examination of the role that male peer support plays in negative sexual attitudes and behaviors vis-a-vis women. Drawing on semi-structured interview data collected from at risk high school students in an urban Midwestern town, we are able to qualitatively explore attitudes, behaviors, and experiences within this group of young men and women as they relate to negative sexual behaviors. We integrate routine activities theory with a male peer support theory of violence to to obtain a more holistic view of negative sexual behaviors. Male peer support models provide us with a theoretical explanation of the variation within motivation, thereby filling a serious gap in the routine activities perspective.

HUBUNGAN IMPLEMENTASI NILAI-NILAI AKHLAK DENGAN PERILAKU SEKSUAL PRANIKAH PADA REMAJA PUTRI DI DESA RENDENG RW 2-5 KABUPATEN KUDUS

Background: Knowledge of adolescent reproductive health is still very low evidenced 83.7% of adolescent reproductive health and the lack of understanding of just 3.6% who know the importance of reproductive health. So also with the limited knowledge of adolescents about reproductive health often leads to premarital sex acts. City teenagers are increasingly daring sexual intercourse before marriage. Objective: To determine the relationship of adolescent dating behavior with adolescent premarital sexual incident in the village of the district Rendeng Kudus. Methods: This study was correlational. The approach used in this study was cross sectional. The population in this study were young in the village Rendeng totaling 140 people. Sample of 58 people. Data analysis using chi square.Results of the research Most teens have not suit the application value - the value of religion as many as 35 people (60.3%) and the appropriate application of value - the value of religion as much as 23 people (39.7%). Most teens have a negative sexual behaviors as many as 36 people (62.15) and was positive in 22 (37.9%). There is a relationship Application values of Islam with Genesis Premarital Sexual Teen in Village Rendeng RW 2-5 Kudus Regency (p value = 0.001).

Pengaruh Tipe Kepribadian dan Lingkungan Pergaulan terhadap Perilaku Seksual Remaja di SMP "XY" Swasta Kota Malang

Adolescent is a period of transition, emotionally unstable so that they are easily violated the norms in society. Two major problems that are often experienced by adolescents is an abuse of psychotropic drugs and sexual behavior. Adolescent sexual behavior nowadays leads to deviant behavior. The purpose of this research was to know the effectiveness of the personality type and associating environment toward adolescent sexual behavior. Method: Observational study with cross sectional design. The population was student at class VII and VIII totaled 174, the sample was 121 students taken by proportionate stratified random sampling. The independent variable was personality type and associating environment, dependent variable was sexual behavior. The data collected by questionnaire and analyzed by multiple regression logistic. Result: The personality type most were introvert and extrovert as 54 adolescents (44,6%); good associating environment was 79 adolescents (65,2%); and negative sexual behavior as 70 adolescents (57,9%), with most types were holding hands when dating and kissing. Based on the regression equation, obtained factor personality type could increase the value of 0,753 sexual behavior while associating environment 1,772 and p value (0,000) &lt;  (0,05). Discussion:Personality type and social environment together has an effect to the sexual behavior. Adolescent with extrovert personality had a more positive attitude toward sexual behavior than introvert adolescent. Because they were adaptable, open and are likely to share problems with others, so introvert adolescent risk in doing free sex. However, the environment and personality are also interrelated, because the associating environment could shape the personality.

A Glimpse at American Deaf Women’s Sexuality

Research regarding Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their sexual satisfaction is almost nonexistent. Available research focuses on negative sexual behaviors and misinformation, as opposed to sexual satisfaction and well-being. Researchers used a model of generativity—what Erikson describes as success—a feeling of accomplishment, to explore positive aspects of Deaf sexuality. Someone experiencing generativity contributes to society in a meaningful and collaborative manner (Hamachek, 1990). The current study explored Deaf women, their generativity, and their sexuality. Five Deaf women were administered the revised Sexual Satisfaction Scale for Women (SSS-W) and discussed their sexual satisfaction in a semi-structured interview. Not only did participants display resiliency and generativity, but also they shared unique and positive aspects to Deaf sexuality.

Associations between child sexual abuse and negative sexual experiences and revictimization among women: Does measuring severity matter?

Women with histories of child sexual abuse (CSA) are more likely than those without such experiences to report a variety of negative sexual outcomes. This study examines the explanatory power of a CSA summed composite versus dichotomous (presence/absence) measurement in predicting a comprehensive negative sexual behavior outcome. Study participants were obtained from a community based sample examining women's sexual decision-making. The continuous CSA measurement reflects cumulative histories of CSA through a composite score capturing abuse specific characteristics. Using a cross-validation approach, the sample ( n = 835) was randomly split and the explanatory power of each measure was examined through a series of multiple linear regressions comparing model fit indexes and performing a formal likelihood ratio test of one model against another. All CSA measures explained a similar percentage of variance but overall the CSA summed composite explained the data significantly better in terms predicting negative sexual experiences and revictimization than a binary measure as demonstrated with the likelihood ratio test. The results were replicated by cross-validating the predictive power of the CSA composite score between the split samples. Consistency of CSA regression estimates for the summed composite between training and validation samples were also confirmed. Given the superiority of the CSA summed composites over the binary variable, we recommend using this measure when examining associations between CSA histories and negative sexual experiences and revictimization.