scholarly journals Assessing Iranians’ parental competence: Development and psychometric properties of the Children’s Sexual Behavior Questionnaire (CSBQ-IR), Iranian Version

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-136
Author(s):  
Effat Merghati-Khoei ◽  
Fatemeh Atoof ◽  
Fatemeh Sheikhan ◽  
Sanaz Omati ◽  
Noura Aghajani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Reliability Coefficient ◽  
Parental Competence ◽  
Close Supervision ◽  
Iranian Version

Background: Parents are the first line mediators in sexuality development of children. However, the majority of parents tend to have close supervision on children sexual behaviors, particularly in the conservative cultures. This article describes the development and psychometric evaluation of an instrument to measure Iranian parents’ competence in caring and nurturing their children sexually. Methods: The questionnaire was designed based on the principles in measurement, Waltz’stheory. The Iranian version of Children’s Sexual Behavior Questionnaire (CSBQ-IR) was developed and completed by 386 mothers and 101 fathers who participated in a community based sexuality education program in Tehran, capital of Iran. Reliability was assessed by Kuder-Richardson reliability coefficient and Split half. CSBQ-IR was evaluated for its construct, inclusiveness and content validity by principal component analysis. Results: The Kuder-Richardson reliability coefficient and Split half reliability were found 0.425and 0.457 that was on acceptable range. Meaning, grammar, wording and item allocation of the questionnaire were found to be appropriate with (content validity ratio [CVR]=0.99) and(content validity index [CVI]=0.8) respectively. Conclusion: CSBQ-IR provides a valid assessment of the parents’ competency or incompetency in nurturing, communication, and managing their children’s sexual behaviors.

scholarly journals “It Felt Good but Weird at the Same Time”

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 586-606 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara A. Vasilenko ◽  
Megan K. Maas ◽  
Eva S. Lefkowitz
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Asian American ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Emotional Responses ◽  
Emotional Reactions ◽  
European American ◽  
Education Programs

Although sexual behavior is multidimensional, little research has focused on the experience of nonintercourse behaviors for adolescents and emerging adults. This article uses open-ended coded data from a longitudinal study of college students ( N = 346; M age = 18.5, 52% female, 27% Hispanic/Latino [HL], 25% non-HL European American, 23% non-HL Asian American, 16% non-HL African American, 9% non-HL multiracial) to examine what emotional responses emerging adults report about their first experiences of six sexual behaviors. The four most common emotional reactions were happy, excited, fearful, and indifferent. Descriptions were largely positive, although mixed reactions were relatively common and emotional reactions varied by behavior. Results suggest the importance of including multiple types of sexual behaviors, as well as their possible positive and negative outcomes, in sexuality education programs.

scholarly journals Sexual Health Outcomes of PLISSIT-based Counseling versus Grouped Sexuality Education among Iranian Women with Breast Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Intensive Therapy ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Sexual Distress ◽  
Sexuality Counseling ◽  
And Performance

Background: In-person counseling using the Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestion, and Intensive Therapy (PLISSIT) model is a well-known approach to people with sexual problems. Evidence suggests that Grouped Sexuality Education (GSE) can be as effective as in-person Counseling at educating individuals about their sexuality. However, the efficacy of PLISSIT versus GSE has not previously been evaluated in women with Breast Cancer (BC). Methods: In this paper, we report on the primary outcomes, i.e. the influence of PLISSIT and GSE on the main elements of sexual behavior: sexual capacity, motivation and performance as well as sexual distress experienced by women throughout the post BC life (n=75). The women (married, age 20-50 years, sexual distress > 11, at least three months post treatment, and mastectomy) were randomly allocated into three groups, with 25 women in each arm. The PLISSIT group received at least three private sessions over the 6 week study period, while the other intervention group received GSE, and the control group received routine care. Data were collected at baseline, six and 12 weeks post intervention. This study was part of a larger study focused on sexual behavior and quality of life. That main outcome of the current analysis was the sexual behavior of women with breast cancer, comparing two intervention groups and one control group across two follow-up periods of six and 12 weeks. Results: Data analysis of the intention-to-treat population (n=65) revealed a significant intervention impact for both GSE and PLISSIT on the elements of sexual behaviors (P< 0.0001) with positive change in sexual capacity, motivation and performance after 6 and 12 weeks post intervention. We found a greater effect size (1.4) in GSE group compared with the PLISSIT group (68.1%). The mean sexual behavior assessment score was increased in both intervention groups; however, the GSE group was significantly higher than the control group (P<0.0001). Conclusions: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first three-armed randomized trial of sexuality counseling and education for women with BC employing two interventions of PLISSIT and GSE. We found GSE to be more efficacious than PLISSIT. Our findings recommend the integration of sexuality counseling and education into health care delivery before BC treatment and during BC post life rehabilitation.

Effects of a life skills-based sexuality education program on Korean early adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (12) ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Gyu-Young Lee ◽  
Da Ye Lee
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Life Skills ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Sexual Attitude ◽  
School Students ◽  
Learner Centered ◽  
Sexuality Education Program

We verified the effectiveness of a life skills-based sexuality education program that involved applying learner-centered principles among South Korean upper elementary grade students. We developed an 8-session program to improve sexuality knowledge and the sexual behaviors of adolescents through gaining practical skills applicable to daily life. Participants were 68 students at a school located in Seoul and we analyzed their data using a 1-sample t test to determine the effectiveness of the proposed intervention program. The results showed that the proposed program increased the sexuality knowledge and interpersonal skills of the adolescents; however, the improvement in sexual attitude was not statistically significant. This study is significant as the program is the first life skills-based sexuality education course developed for use with elementary school students in Korea. Our program could be used in developing a learner-centered sexuality education program applicable to real-life situations.

Psychometric Assessment of the Persian Translated Version of the Romantic Perfectionism Scale Among Couples

2021 ◽  
pp. 003329412110360
Author(s):  
Abbas Abdollahi ◽  
Kelly A. Allen
Keyword(s):  
Content Validity ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Factor Loading ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Fit Indices ◽  
Depression Anxiety Stress Scale ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Married Men ◽  
Iranian Version ◽  
Acceptable Internal Consistency

Romantic perfectionismi can be disruptive to relationships, yet no validated measure for assessing romantic perfectionism in Iranian couples has been developed. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to translate and validate the Romantic Perfectionism Scale (RPS) among Iranian couples. Participants in the study were 200 married men and 320 married women from Tehran, Iran, who completed the translated RPS, the Almost Perfect Scale-Revised, and the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21 online. Item impact scores were used to calculate face validity. Impact score values for all items were greater than 1.5, signaling appropriate face validity.. The Content Validity Index (CVI) and the Content Validity Ratio (CVR) were used to measure content validity. Values of the CVI were above the cut-off score of 0.7, implying satisfactory content validity of the items. The CVR values were greater than the Lawshe table (0.78) cut-off score, demonstrating that all items were essential. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) using AMOS software was used to evaluate the construct validity. The results of the goodness of fit indices confirmed the RPS with two subscales (i.e., self-oriented romantic perfectionism and other-oriented romantic perfectionism) as per the original scale. All items remained in the scale as all factor loading values were greater than 0.45. The findings showed that the two subscales, and the scale as a whole, had acceptable internal consistency, as the construct reliability values for self-oriented romantic perfectionism (0.81), other-oriented romantic perfectionism (0.72), and the whole scale (0.74) were greater than 0.7. The results support the psychometric properties of the Iranian version of the RPS, which could be used by future researchers and clinicians to assess romantic perfectionism in Iranian couples.

scholarly journals Enhanced Sexual Behaviors and Androgen Receptor Immunoreactivity in the Male Progesterone Receptor Knockout Mouse

Endocrinology ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 146 (10) ◽  
pp. 4340-4348 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johanna S. Schneider ◽  
Carly Burgess ◽  
Nicole C. Sleiter ◽  
Lydia L. DonCarlos ◽  
John P. Lydon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Androgen Receptor ◽  
Progesterone Receptor ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Gene Deletion ◽  
Biological Significance ◽  
Receptor Expression ◽  
Androgen Receptor Expression ◽  
Testicular Development ◽  
Testicular Weight

Reproductive and behavioral functions of progesterone receptors (PRs) in males were assessed by examining consequences of PR gene deletion. Basal hormone levels were measured in male progesterone receptor knockout (PRKO) mice and compared to wild-type (WT) counterparts. RIA of serum LH, testosterone, and progesterone levels revealed no significant differences. Levels of FSH were moderately but significantly lower and inhibin levels were higher in PRKOs; these differences were not accompanied by gross differences in testicular weight or morphology. PRKOs exhibited significant alterations in sexual behavior. In initial tests PRKOs exhibited reduced latency to mount, compared with WT. In second sessions, PRKOs again showed a significantly reduced latency to mount and increased likelihood of achieving ejaculation. RU486 treatment in WT produced increased mount and intromission frequency and decreased latency to intromission. In anxiety-related behavior tests, PRKO mice exhibited intermediate anxiety levels, compared with WT, suggesting that enhanced sexual behavior in PRKOs is not secondary to reduced anxiety. Immunohistochemical analysis revealed significantly enhanced androgen receptor expression in the medial preoptic nucleus and bed nucleus of the stria terminalis of PRKO. We conclude that testicular development and function and homeostatic regulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary testicular axis are altered to a lesser extent by PR gene deletion. In contrast, PR appears to play a substantial role in inhibiting the anticipatory/motivational components of male sexual behavior in the mouse. The biological significance of this inhibitory mechanism and the extent to which it is mediated by reduced androgen receptor expression remain to be clarified.

Paraprofessional Christian Ministries for Sexual Behavior and Same-Sex Identity Concerns

2002 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark A. Yarhouse ◽  
Lori A. Burkett ◽  
Elizabeth M. Kreeft
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sexual Orientation ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Similarities And Differences ◽  
Definition Of Success ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Exodus International

Paraprofessional Christian ministries for sexual behavior and same-sex identity concerns have grown significantly in recent years. Some ministries are affiliated with organizations that have specific standards for affiliation; others are independent. Some emphasize change of sexual orientation; others promote change of behavior and chastity. Some ministries provide services exclusively to homosexuals; others provide resources to homosexuals and heterosexuals alike. This paper reviews similarities and differences among paraprofessional Christian ministries for persons struggling with sexual behaviors and same-sex identity concerns. Similarities and differences are related to (a) mission/vision, (b) view of etiology, (c) method of intervention, (d) format, and (e) definition of success. Christian ministries include Exodus International-affiliated ministries, independent Christian ministries, Homosexuals Anonymous, and Courage. Impressions from the review of the various Christian ministries are also offered, including recommendations for making appropriate referrals.

Moral Communities and Sex: The Religious Influence on Young Adult Sexual Behavior and Regret

2017 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 361-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyle C. Longest ◽  
Jeremy E. Uecker
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Adolescent And Young Adult ◽  
Religious Activities ◽  
Religious Influence ◽  
Moral Communities ◽  
Religious Salience ◽  
Sexual Regret ◽  
Nationally Representative

Research indicates that religiosity inhibits adolescent and young adult sexual behavior, but few studies examine how religious contexts may shape sexual behavior. When religious contexts are considered, studies rarely test multiple spheres of religious influence simultaneously. Moreover, little research examines how either individual religiosity or religious contexts shape emotional responses to sex. We analyze nationally representative, longitudinal data that allow for concurrent examination of multiple religious contexts and several measures of young adult sexual behaviors and sexual regret. The influence of religiosity on sexual behavior and regret varies within and across both the spheres and outcomes tested. Individual religious salience and close ties with parents are the most consistent deterrents to initiation of sexual intercourse and having numerous intercourse partners. Closeness to parents and participation in religious activities are associated with lower odds of sexual regret, but ties to adults in one’s religious congregation are associated with increased sexual regret.

scholarly journals Association between socio-economic status and sexual behavior of adolescents

2007 ◽  
Vol 135 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 321-325 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dejana Vukovic ◽  
Vesna Bjegovic-Mikanovic
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Risky Sexual Behavior ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
First Grade ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire

Introduction: Numerous studies have emphasized the importance of contextual factors as determinants of sexual behavior of adolescents. It has been found that lower socioeconomic status is associated with risky sexual behavior. Sexual behavior is individual but develops under strong influence of cultural and other influences. Objective. The aim of this study was to investigate the association of family?s socioeconomic status and risky sexual behavior of adolescents in Belgrade. Method. Self-administered questionnaire was used in secondary schools in Belgrade, and 1,782 adolescents attending first grade filled the questionnaire. For the analyses of predictors of risky sexual behavior, multiple logistic regression was used. Results. Parents? occupations did not show significant association with any of analyzed behaviors. Adolescents who received weekly disposable money above average were 2.5 times more likely to ever have had sexual intercourse, and if sexually active were more likely to use contraception. Perceived family?s wealth was a significant predictor of ever having sex (OR=1.9; CI 1.2-2.8) and not using contraception (OR=4.3; CI 1.2-15.0). Conclusion. Socioeconomic status is associated with sexual behaviors of adolescents. Fifteen-year olds who perceive their families as wealthier are more likely to ever have had sex and not use any kind of contraception. Adolescents with higher weekly income are more likely to ever have had sex and use contraception than their counterpats with less weekly disposable money. .

scholarly journals The Correlation between Perceived Peer Norms in Attitude and Self-Efficacy Premarital Sexual Behavior

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 555-558
Author(s):  
Katayon Vakilian ◽  
Afsaneh Keramat
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Health Programs ◽  
Sexual Abstinence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Spearman Test

Background and Aims: Adolescence is a period of life in which high-risk behaviors, including sexual behaviors, put the adolescents at risk for sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS. This research aimed at studying the relationship between peers' perception of sexual behavior and adolescents' attitudes and self-efficacy. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study used a multi-stage method to examine 1500 subjects in the universities of Shahroud, Iran. The questionnaires were consisted of sexual abstinence attitude, abstinence self-efficacy and peer subjective norms. To ensure the confidentiality of information, the questionnaire was distributed among 1500 students in six universities anonymously, and students҆ field of study was not mentioned. The collected data was analyzed with descriptive (Mean, Percent) and inferential tests (independent t-test, chi2, and Spearman test) using SPSS 18 software. Results: The mean age of the females was 20.26±1.49, and that of males was 20.32±1.575. 59.3% of male students and 86.8% of female students had poor sexual abstinence to sex before marriage. Moreover, the sexual abstinence self-efficacy of 29% of male students and 13.1% of female students, regarding the sexual abstinence before marriage, was strong. Findings showed that the more one believes in his/her abilities in sexual abstinence, the more they believe that their friends will not be involved in sex Conclusion: It is required to provide the opportunities to learn and correct the socio-emotional skills required for physical and sexual health in relationships through social interactions with peers. In this context, the reproductive health programs need to be prioritized in the youth health programs and schools

scholarly journals Psychological factors associated with adolescent sexual behavior

Psico ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (2) ◽  
pp. e36084
Author(s):  
André Teixeira Stephanou ◽  
Ana Cristina Garcia Dias
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Sexual Debut ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Adolescent Sexual Behavior ◽  
Main Hypothesis ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Use Behavior

Sexually transmitted infections are increasing in Brazilian adolescents and youth. The aim of this study was to investigate the association of self-esteem, self-efficacy, and other psychosocial variables with condom use behavior and sexual debut in a sample of adolescents from Santa Maria-RS. Data was collected with 452 adolescents (57% girls), mean age of 15.9 years (SD = 1.4), using the Brazilian Youth Questionnaire – Phase II. Condom use behavior was not associated with self-esteem or self-efficacy in the logistic regression model, contrary to the main hypothesis. General self-efficacy was positively associated with sexual debut, while religiosity was negatively associated with this outcome. Family support was associated with older age at sexual debut. The findings support the importance of analyzing different sexual behaviors separately, as they may have distinct predictors. Studies should use specific measures of self-efficacy when studying sexual behavior and measure how participants value different sexual behaviors.

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