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ERIC Number: EJ795608
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007
Pages: 8
Abstractor: Author
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ISSN: ISSN-1932-5037
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Relationship between Religiosity and "Hooking Up" Behavior
Penhollow, Tina; Young, Michael; Bailey, William
American Journal of Health Education, v38 n6 p338-345 Nov-Dec 2007
Background: "Hooking up" behaviors, or sexual activities without commitment or emotional attachment, are occurring among college students. Purpose: This study examined the relationship between hooking up and two measures of religiosity. Methods: Data was obtained from students at a mid-southern university (n=459). Results: Most respondents indicated that they have hooked up. Males (64%) were more likely to report the behavior than females (47%). Religious attendance and religious belief played a significant role in distinguishing between those who have and have not participated in hooking up behaviors. Discussion: Results indicate religiosity may determine involvement in casual high-risk sexual encounters that expose college students to sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancy. Translation to Health Education Practice: Results should be of value to college-level sexuality educators and considered by those involved in sexual health programming on college campuses. (Contains 3 tables.)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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