Adolescent sexual behavior is at the forefront of social science
research because it is central to a number of social and medical
issues; it remains a major public concern. Underlying factors that
influence adolescent sexual behavior are investigated within a
sociological framework. Aspects of sexuality are explored through
the application of self-control theory which posits that parents
are responsible for development of self-control in their children,
and that the level of self-control determines the propensity to
engage in risk-related behavior. It is hypothesized that adolescent
perceptions of parental warmth and control influence adolescent
level of self-control; that level of self-control influences
engagement in risk-taking behavior; and that risk-taking behavior
influences whether or not adolescents feel they are at risk for
acquiring STDs. Using data from the National Longitudinal Study of
Adolescent Health, this study employs structural equation modeling
using LISREL. Results showed adolescent level of self-control
influences risk-taking behavior, and that engagement in risk-taking
behavior does influence adolescent perception of risk for acquiring
STDs. The findings are of great value for primary and secondary
educators, public officials and policy makers, guidance counselors,
parents or other concerned family members, and even for
adolescents.
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