Sociodemographic Characteristics Research Articles

Breastfeeding practices amongst immigrants living in Finland: results from the FinChildren survey

BackgroundBreastfeeding is a corner of child health and survival as it provides crucial, non-replaceable nourishment necessary for infant's growth and development . Immigration has been shown to influence breastfeeding particularly among immigrants from low-and-middle-income countries. Our aim was to examine breastfeeding practices and sociodemographic characteristics of Somali/Arabic and Russian speaking in comparison with Finnish speaking mothers. MethodsWe analyzed data from 5348 mothers with infants who participated in FinChildren survey conducted in 2020. Univariate and multivariate analysis was used to estimate the association between maternal origin and breastfeeding practices by comparing immigrant mothers and native-born mothers. ResultsSomali/Arabic-speaking mothers were younger, less educated and had higher BMI than Russian and native Finnish speaking mothers. Proportions of exclusive breastfeeding at 4-5 months of age were lowest among Somali/Arabic speaking mothers (21 %) compared to native-born (49 %) and to Russian-speaking mothers (52%) Again, Somali/Arabic-speaking mothers had the highest proportions of mixed feeding (66%) compared to native Finnish-speaking (38 %) and Russian-speaking mothers (32%) Being a Somali/Arabic-speaking mother decreased the odds of exclusive breastfeeding (OR 0.20, 95% CI 0.10-0.45) and quadrupled (OR 4.0, 95% CI 2.18-7.37) the odds of mixed feeding at 4-5 months of age. ConclusionEven though the number of immigrant mothers was low, this study suggests that maternal origin is a significant predictor of suboptimal breastfeeding independent of sociodemographic and antenatal characteristics. There is a need for culturally sensitive interventions to promote breastfeeding among these groups.

Epidemiological and Typing Features of HPV Co-Infections in MSM with Mpox: A Hospital-Based Prospective Study

ObjectivesRecent mpox outbreaks highlight diverse transmission modes, with sexual behavior prominent in China's IIb strain. Nevertheless, despite HPV being a common sexually transmitted pathogen, there is a paucity of research into its coexistence and genotype distribution within this patients population. MethodsWe conducted a study at the Third People's Hospital of Shenzhen from May to September 2023. We collected information on mpox patients, including their sociodemographic and clinical characteristics. Anal swabs were collected for HPV genotyping. ResultsAmong 73 MSM mpox cases, HIV positivity was 56.2% (41/73) and HPV positivity 80.4% (41/51). Multiple HPV infections were prevalent (56.9%, 29/51), especially among HIV-positive (93%, 27/29). HPV16 (29.3%, 12/41) was the most common high-risk genotype, followed by HPV59 (26.8%, 10/41), HPV42 (19.5%, 8/41), HPV6 (14.6%, 6/41), and HPV54 (14.6%, 6/41). HPV infection was significantly associated with HIV infection (p=0.001). Additionally, HIV infection (p=0.001) and PCR-detected positive sites for mpox (p=0.047) were associated with high-risk HPV infection. ConclusionsIn this study, most of the mpox patients were found to be infected with HPV, mostly with high-risk types and multiple infections. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that mpox-infected individuals intensify HPV-related screening, prevention, and treatment measures.

Psychological distress among nurses: Exploring the role of support in the work-place in Morocco.

This study aimed to assess the psychological distress, specifically anxiety and depression, among nurses employed at University Hospital Center of Rabat in Morocco and tested the associations between support in the workplace and nurses' psychological well-being. A cross-sectional observational study was conducted at University Hospital Center of Rabat in Morocco, based on a prospective data collection employing an ad-hoc self-report questionnaire. 223 nurses were enrolled with a minimum of 1 year of practice in any care unit. Socio-demographic and professional characteristics of each participant were included. A validated tool was utilized to measure the support from superiors and colleagues in the workplace, while the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) was employed to evaluate anxiety and depression. Univariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to explore the relationships between different independent and dependent variables. Significant socio-demographic and professional factors associated with increased anxiety included female gender, age over 41 years old, Baccalaureate level of education, intention to leave the hospital, and less support from superiors. Regarding the levels of depression, the Baccalaureate level of education was significantly associated with higher levels of depressive symptoms (β 2.444; CI [1.203, 3.686]). Our findings suggested that ensuring support from superiors was crucial for safeguarding the psychological well-being of nurses. Therefore, hospital managers should prioritize addressing the workplace support for professionals, and the organizational enhancement.

The use of a long-acting muscarinic antagonist in the treatment of asthma: A tertiary asthma center experience.

We aimed to investigate the frequency and sociodemographic and clinical distinguishing features of asthmatic patients in whom long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMA) were added to maintenance therapy in our clinic. In this cross-sectional study, data on sociodemographic, phenotypic, and clinical characteristics of patients with asthma using Steps 4 and 5 medications, who were followed up in our center for at least 1 year, were obtained from file records. Whether the patients received add-on LAMA for at least 6 months was also noted. A total of 279 patients with asthma using Steps 4 and 5 medications (female/male: 215/64) with a mean age of 50.84 ± 12.42 years were included in the study. Seventy-nine (28.3%) patients (female/male: 60/19) with a mean age of 52.45 ± 11.61 years used LAMA as an add-on treatment; 28 (37.8%) at Step 4 and 51 (24.8%) at Step 5. In Steps 4 and 5, there was no difference in terms of age, sex, body mass index, smoking status, being allergic or eosinophilic, phenotype, and asthma onset between patients with and without add-on LAMA. Asthma control in the previous year was better, and minimum forced expiratory volume in 1s (FEV1) was lower in patients with LAMA than in those without in Step 4 (P = 0.001 and P = 0.030, respectively). In Step 5, the rate of being well-controlled was higher in those without add-on LAMA (P < 0.001). The number of exacerbations in the previous year was higher, and minimum and maximum FEV1 were lower in patients with add-on LAMA (P < 0.001 and P < 0.001, respectively). Our study showed that add-on LAMA treatment was effective in increasing asthma control in patients using Step 4 medication independent of baseline characteristics and asthma phenotype.

Assessing suicidality in adult ADHD patients: prevalence and related factors

BackgroundThe association between Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and suicidality has been subject of growing interest for research in the latest years. Suicidality was generally assessed categorically and without the use of validated instruments, leading to heterogeneous or even conflicting evidence. The prevalence of both suicidal ideation and attempts varies considerably, and the associated risk factors remain unclear. Our study investigated suicidality in ADHD using a dimensional approach and a validated and internationally recognized instrument. Our primary aim was to evaluate the prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI), severe suicidal ideation (SSI), suicidal behavior (SB) and non suicidal self-injury behavior (NSSIB) in a sample of adult patients with ADHD. The second objective was to identify sociodemographic and clinical features associated with increased risk of suicidality in these patients.MethodsThe sample included 74 adult patients with clinical diagnosis of ADHD. Suicidality was assessed by administering the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale. Logistic regressions were used to examine predictors of SI, SSI, SB and NSSIB.ResultsThe lifetime prevalence of SI and SSI were 59.5% and 16.2%, respectively. The 9.5% of patients showed lifetime SB, while NSSIB was found in 10.8% of the subjects. Lifetime SI was associated with severity of inattentive symptoms during adulthood, low self-esteem and impairment in social functioning. Lifetime SSI appeared related to severity of inattentive symptoms during childhood, attentional impulsiveness and number of hospitalizations, while physical activity appeared to be protective. The prevalence of lifetime SB and NSSIB did not appear significantly related to any socio-demographic or clinical feature.ConclusionsAdults with ADHD should be considered at risk of suicide and it is important to determine which patients are at higher risk, in order to guide preventive interventions. The association between ADHD and suicidal ideation did not appear to be influenced by psychiatric comorbidities, but rather by inattention itself, which represents the core symptom of ADHD.

The effect of sociodemographic characteristics and polypharmacy on loneliness and social isolation in community-dwelling older adults

The aim of this study was to assess the impact of sociodemographic factors and polypharmacy on loneliness and social isolation in older adults. This cross-sectional study included 370 older adults with and without polypharmacy. The data were gathered via the Personal Information Form, Loneliness Scale for Elderly, and Lubben Social Network Scale-Revised. A multivariate ANOVA (MANOVA) was conducted to assess the impact of independent variables on the combined dependent variables. Loneliness and social isolation were found higher in older adults with polypharmacy. In addition, loneliness and social isolation are more common in women, individuals with low educational attainment, single individuals, individuals with low income, individuals living in rural areas, individuals with poor family relationships, individuals not living with their families and individuals with chronic diseases. It is thought that the findings of this study will be guiding for all health professionals working in the field of elderly health in interventions to be planned for the elderly population.

Exploring the effects of social media on body dysmorphic disorder among citizens of Bahrain: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundThis study assessed the relationship between social media use and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). We calculated the prevalence of BDD in our sample and explored factors that may be associated with BDD. Various factors that we explored include sociodemographic characteristics, body image perceptions, and specific social media platforms used. The key focus of our study is understanding the impact of social media on mental health, specifically in the context of BDD.MethodsThis was a cross-sectional online survey that included the standardized Body Dysmorphic Disorder Questionnaire (BDDQ). Data on social media use were collected through self-reported usage patterns. Statistical analysis was conducted to identify associations.ResultsIncreased overall social media use was associated with BDD (p = 0.030). The prevalence of BDD in our sample was 1.8%. Age, being single and being a student were associated with BDD, with p values of 0.004, 0.023, and < 0.001, respectively. BDD was associated with comparing one’s body image with that of people on social media (p = 0.001). BDD was associated with judging other people based on their appearance (p < 0.001). Using social media in the fields of celebrities (p = 0.020), fashion (p = 0.025), music and songs (p < 0.001) were associated with BDD.ConclusionsIncreased social media use is associated with BDD, but different patterns of social media use may affect this relationship, indicating the need for further research in this field.

Endometriosis, Anxiety, and Atherosclerosis: A study of eight million young hospitalized women in United States.

In recent years, several studies have proposed an association between endometriosis and various cardiovascular diseases. Our study evaluated the association between endometriosis and atherosclerosis in patients under 35 years of age using a large population database. This was a retrospective population-based study. We used the data of more than eight million hospitalized women under 35 years of age who were registered in one of the hospitals participating in the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project-National Inpatient Sample (HCUP NIS) during the study period of 2007 to 2014. The prevalence of endometriosis, atherosclerosis and related conditions was estimated, and logistic regression model was used to examine the association. In the period of study, we noted an upward pattern for the prevalence of atherosclerosis and a downward trend for endometriosis. Adjusting the analysis for sociodemographic characteristics and comorbidities, the probability of being diagnosed with atherosclerosis was 42% higher in patients with endometriosis (OR=1.421; 95%CI 1.058-1.910); 35% higher in patients with anxiety (OR=1.352; 95%CI 1.249-1.464); and 3 times higher in women with both endometriosis and anxiety (OR=3.075; 95%CI 1.969-4.803) compared to women without those conditions. In HCUP NIS databases some information such as the severity of disease, laboratory findings, or medical treatment is not available. The strong association between endometriosis and atherosclerosis suggests that they may share a similar mechanism possibly endothelial dysfunction related to chronic inflammation. Further studies on the potential role of psychologic conditions, such as anxiety, on systemic inflammatory diseases are also deemed timely and important.

Estudio descriptivo de conducta suicida en adolescentes hospitalizados en la Unidad de Psiquiatría de un hospital de Madrid durante 2023.

The suicidal behavior among adolescents has shown a significant increase in the last decade, according to a study by the ANAR Foundation. Subsequently, there is a highlighted increase of 128% in the post-COVID-19 period. This study aims to analyze the reasons for admission and sociodemographic characteristics of adolescents hospitalized in 2023. An observational descriptive study was conducted at the Puerta de Hierro University Hospital. Out of the 229 recorded admissions, 78.6% were females and 21.4% males, with a mean age of 15.07 years. Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts were the main reasons for admission, with drug overdose being the most common method. The main diagnoses at discharge were mixed emotions and behavior disorder onset in childhood and adolescence, and adaptive disorder. The majority had a history of mental health problems. These findings reinforce the importance of prevention and early intervention programs to address suicide as an urgent public health issue.

Access to vision care for children from immigrant and nonimmigrant households: evidence from the National Survey of Children's Health 2018-2019.

To investigate whether immigrant generation is associated with caregiver-reported receipt of vision testing. Nationally representative data from the 2018-2019 National Survey of Children's Health was used. The primary exposure was immigrant generation, with first generation defined as child and all reported parents born outside the United States; second generation, as child born in the United States but at least one parent born outside the United States; and third generation, as all parents in the household born in the United States. The main outcome was caregiver-reported vision testing during the previous 12 months. Odds ratios adjusted for sociodemographic characteristics and 95% confidence intervals were computed based on immigrant generation. The sample included 49,442 US children 3-17 years of age. The proportion of children who had vision testing in any setting was lower for first- (60.3%) than third-generation children (74.6%; aOR = 0.54; 95% CI, 0.41-0.71). This association remained after excluding children without health coverage. For Hispanic children, both first- (aOR = 0.58; 95% CI, 0.36-0.94) and second-generation children (aOR = 0.73; 95% CI, 0.55-0.96) had lower odds of a vision test in any setting compared with third-generation Hispanic children. First-generation children had lower odds of vision testing than third-generation children, even when adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics, especially in Hispanic households.

Correlates of perceived stress with anxiety symptoms sleep quality and academic performance among Moroccan students

IntroductionThe main objective of this study was to verify the association of perceived stress with anxiety, sleep quality, and academic performance among Moroccan medical students. MethodsThis cross-sectional study included 222 students enrolled at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Fez in Morocco. An online self-administrated questionnaire, for the sociodemographic characteristics, Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), Test Anxiety Scale, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index questionnaire were used for the assessment. A descriptive and correlational design was used in this investigation. ResultsOne hundred and thirty-two students completed the survey. A high level of stress was found. A significant positive correlation was observed between the stress level among our population and their levels of anxiety. Stress was also positively correlated with the decrease of students’ sleep quality and academic performance. ConclusionThe results of this investigation present worthy data that highlight the need for this subset of students to anti-stress programs that must be integrated into their curriculum to help them to better manage this psychological issue.

Inequalities in internet use among older people between 2004 and 2021

Although research already examined sociodemographic profiles of older internet (non-)users, it is unknown how combinations of sociodemographic factors relate to internet (non-)use. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the cumulative impact of sociodemographic characteristics on internet (non-)use among people aged 60 and older between 2004 and 2021, using representative survey data derived from the Belgian Ageing Studies (n = 61 376). Logistic regression analyses consistently associated low education, age 80 or older, low income and female gender with higher probabilities of being internet non-user between 2004 an 2021. CHAID analysis revealed that education and age are the strongest predictors of non-use. The cumulative impact of sociodemographic factors enables to reveal subgroups where prevalence rates of non-use are almost three times higher than the prevalence reported in the population of older people in general. The result that 80.1 percent of individuals aged 80 and above with limited education did not use the internet underscores the need for a comprehensive digital inclusion approach, including strategies to overcome economic barriers to internet access and tailored internet training initiatives addressing digital skills and motivation. CHAID results help policymakers and internet training providers identify subgroups with high prevalence rates of non-users and target interventions to those at a high risk of digital exclusion.

Latent class analysis of adverse outcomes for youth transitioning out of foster care and early risk factors

Youth transitioning out of foster care are at high risk for adverse outcomes compared to their peers, but the factors that influence those outcomes are complex. Early intervention is key for this population but developing priorities can be a challenge. Researchers and programs serving these youth must be able to effectively target interventions to disproportionately affected youth to receive the best results. Previous studies have not considered the complexity and heterogeneity of assessing multiple youth outcomes in a sound methodological way. For this study, Latent Class Analysis (LCA) was used to identify youth with similar patterns and outcome experiences, using a practical demonstration with the public National Youth in Transition (NYTD) and Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) databases. This study aims: 1) to apply latent class analysis to determine latent classes of youth who transition out of foster care according to the adverse outcomes they experience; 2) to estimate whether youth sociodemographic characteristics and adverse youth’s experiences before and during foster care is associated with identified latent classes of youth adverse outcomes. Three latent classes were identified: 1) mostly homelessness outcome, 2) little or no adverse outcomes, 3) complex adverse outcomes. Our results further highlight that multiple youth’s experiences before and during foster care, youth sociodemographic characteristics, and events while in foster care are associated with youth’s outcomes once they transition out of foster care. Stakeholders and program administrators at welfare agencies may use these findings to enhance policy and procedures to ameliorate youth outcomes.

Associations of alcohol intake with gut microbiome: a prospective study in a predominantly low-income Black/African American population

BackgroundAlcohol intake can the alter gut microbiome, which may subsequently affect human health. However, limited population-based, prospective studies have investigated associations of habitual and recent alcohol intake with the gut microbiome, particularly among Black/African American individuals. MethodsWe investigated the dose- and type-specific associations of habitual and recent alcohol intake with the gut microbiome among 538 Black/African American adults (150 males and 388 females). Habitual and recent alcohol intakes were assessed at cohort baseline (2002–2009) and stool collection (2018–2021), respectively. Gut microbiome was profiled using shotgun metagenomic sequencing. Generalized linear models were employed to evaluate the associations between alcohol intakes and gut microbiome composition, with adjustments for sociodemographic characteristics, other lifestyle factors, and comorbidities. FDR <0.1 was considered statistically significant. ResultsThe mean age at enrollment was 53.2 ± 7.7 years, with a mean interval of 13.8 years (range: 9.0-18.1 years) between baseline and stool sample collection. Recent alcohol intake was not significantly associated with microbial taxa abundance. However, habitual alcohol intake, both total amount and types of alcoholic beverages, showed significant associations with several microbial taxa abundance, primarily in males, including species within classes Clostridia, Bacilli, and Mahellia within Firmicutes. Specifically, total alcohol, beer, and red wine intakes were all inversely associated with genus MGYG-HGUT-02719 within class Clostridia (β=-2.26 to -0.09 per 1 drink/day increase). Red wine consumption was also inversely associated with the abundance of genera CAG-110, Oscillibacter, and Gemmiger within class Clostridia (β=-3.88 to -2.69), while positively associated with genus Absiella (β=1.81) within class Bacilli. Most of these associations remained significant after additionally adjusting for BMI and baseline comorbidities. ConclusionsWe identified gut microbial taxa associated with habitual alcohol intake among Black/African American males, although the magnitudes of these associations were generally small. Further research is needed to determine if these bacteria modify alcohol-disease relationships.

Risk of dementia associated with anticholinergic drugs for overactive bladder in adults aged ≥55 years: nested case-control study

ObjectiveTo investigate whether different anticholinergic drug treatments for overactive bladder have differential risks for incident dementia, in a large representative population of older adults in England.DesignNested case-control study.SettingGeneral practices in...

Can Witnessing Domestic Violence Predict Risky Health Behaviors of University Students?

Various physical, mental, and behavioral disorders are reported among individuals who witness violence. This study was designed to examine university students' risky health behaviors after witnessing domestic violence. In this study, 2,509 university students, selected using the stratified sampling method in terms of sex and study year, were included. Path analysis was performed to examine the relationships between sociodemographic variables and risky health behaviors. We found that witnessing domestic violence directly increased substance abuse and alcohol consumption in the entire study population and partner violence among female participants. By adding the variable of witnessing domestic violence to the equation as a mediator, the effect of sociodemographic characteristics on risky health behaviors changed.

Socio-Demographic Characteristics and Adoption of Mobile Phone Applications for Improved Small-scale Commercial Agriculture in Makonde District, Zimbabwe

Mobile applications have provided a new way for agricultural transformation. This is set to revolutionise the agriculture sector with easy access to vital agricultural information on weather, market trends, pest, and disease management, and best agriculture practices to enhance agricultural productivity and profitability. However, there is a dearth of studies on the adoption of mobile applications in agriculture. It was important for this study to understand the impact of farmers’ demographic characteristics on the adoption of mobile applications in small-scale commercial agriculture. The study applied the quantitative research approach, a sample size of 213 small-scale commercial farmers, a descriptive cross-sectional research design, and the structured household questionnaire survey instrument, purposive random and stratified sampling techniques to collect primary data. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings of the study revealed a higher adoption rate of mobile applications among young farmers than old farmers. The study indicated that female small-scale commercial farmers adopted mobile applications than male farmers. The study revealed that the majority of small-scale commercial farmers were literate. Further, the study highlighted that married farmers exhibited a greater tendency to adopt mobile applications than single, divorced, separated, and widowed. Furthermore, the study revealed that the majority of small-scale commercial farmers were engaged in agriculture as their primary occupation. The study argued that young farmers, female farmers, educated farmers, married farmers, and farming as a primary occupation positively influenced the adoption of mobile phone applications for improved small-scale commercial agriculture. The study recommends that policymakers and implementers should consider socio-demographic characteristics as critical determinants of the adoption of mobile phone applications for improved small-scale commercial agriculture to tailor strategies that promote the adoption of mobile applications based on different farmer age groups

Determinants of Psychological Adaptation Among Brazilian International Students in Portugal

ABSTRACT This research aimed to detect the determinants of psychological adaptation (in terms of satisfaction with life and loneliness) among Brazilian international students living in Portugal. We used a sample of 174 Brazilian international students. The integration and contact hypotheses were supported. Academic achievement and social support scores were significantly and positively associated with psychological adaptation. Acculturation factors accounted for a larger proportion of the explained variance in satisfaction with life and loneliness than socio-demographic characteristics. In addition, sociocultural adaptation difficulty mediated the relationships of perceived discrimination and both indicators of psychological adaptation. Suggestions for future investigation are highlighted.

The association between parity and type 2 diabetes mellitus: a cross-sectional, community-based study.

Limited published data exist on the association between parity (number of deliveries) and diabetes mellitus (DM). This study was conducted to evaluate the association between parity and type 2 DM (T2DM) among Sudanese women. A multistage sampling survey was conducted in four villages in the River Nile State, Sudan, between July and September 2022. The World Health Organization's three-level stepwise questionnaire was adopted to collect women's sociodemographic characteristics (age, sex, height, weight, marital status, parity, education level, occupation, detailed obstetric history, and family history of T2DM). Multivariate analyses were performed. A total of 397 women were recruited. Their median (interquartile range) age was 45.0 (33.0‒55.7) years. A total of 154 women (38.8%) were nulliparous, whereas 93 (23.4%), 70 (17.6%), and 80 (20.2%) had para 1‒3, 4 or 5, and more than 5, respectively. A total of 112 (28.2%) women had T2DM. In multivariate analysis, older age (adjusted odds ratio, AOR, 1.04, 95%, confidence interval, CI, 1.02‒1.06), high parity (AOR, 1.1, 95% C, 1.01‒1.20), and a family history of DM (AOR, 3.26, 95% CI, 1.98‒5.38) were associated with T2DM. Compared with the nulliparity, para 1‒3 (AOR, 2.33; 95% CI, 1.17‒4.61), para 4 or 5 (AOR, 2.12; 95% CI, 1.04‒4.30), and para > 5 (AOR, 2.16; 95% CI, 1.09‒4.27) were at higher risk of T2DM. In women aged < 50 years, high parity (AOR, 1.22; 95% CI, 1.06‒1.44) was associated with T2DM. Compared with the nulliparous women, para 4 or 5 (AOR, 3.47; 95% CI, 1.16‒10.34) and para > 5 (AOR, 4.63; 95% CI, 1.54‒13.87) were associated with T2DM, whereas para 1‒3 was not associated with T2DM. In the women aged ≥ 50 years, parity and parity groups were not associated with T2DM. There is a high prevalence of T2DM among Sudanese women. Parity and high parity are significant predictors of T2DM among these women in this part of Sudan.

Exploring the impact of family support and its function on high-risk behaviour among adolescents in Malang City, East Java, Indonesia: A cross sectional study

This study aims to investigate the impact of family support and family function on high-risk behavior among adolescents in Malang City, East Java, Indonesia using Cross-sectional study design. in Malang City, East Java, Indonesia using cross-sectional study design. The sample size consisted of 195 adolescents (aged 15 to 19) with various sociodemographic characteristics, as well as various types of risky behaviors, such as smoking, consuming alcohol, and so on. and so on. The results of the study indicate that perceptions of and family functions are significantly related to the level of adolescent involvement in high-risk behavior. Adolescents who perceive strong family support and cohesive family functioning are significantly less likely to engage in high-risk behavior. Significance test of the model, variable value of the Sig, which is 0.000, which means that the model has an independent variable that statistically significantly affects the dependent variable because the P-value &lt;α; (0.000 &lt;0.05). Family function is a variable that has a value of 0.000 so that it is related to the dependent variable and has a CI value of 95% (0.029-0.348) significantly less likely to engage in high-risk behavior. In addition, gender, age, and other sociodemographic factors also play a role in determining high-risk behavior. These findings underline the important role of the family in shaping adolescent behavior and emphasize the need for providing appropriate sexual information and education by parents. The implication of this research underscores the significance of parental involvement in providing emotional support, information, and supervision for their children. These parental roles can substantially reduce high-risk behaviors among adolescents.