Viewing Alone or Together

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-64
Author(s):  
Jihyun Kim ◽  
C. Erik Timmerman
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Sexual Attitudes ◽  
Sexual Interest ◽  
Casual Sex ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Negatively Associated ◽  
Attitudes And Perceptions ◽  
Sexually Explicit ◽  
Viewing Context

Online sexually explicit materials (SEM) may be viewed in various viewing contexts (e.g., alone, with friends, with a partner). However, research has not yet determined whether the viewing context can have an impact upon sexual attitudes and perceptions. To this end, data were collected from 303 college students who view SEM and analyzed to determine the relationships. When controlling for gender, findings indicate that individuals who more frequently view SEM alone also report a heightened sexual interest and favorable view toward casual sex. In contrast, the frequency with which SEM was viewed with friends was associated with a decreased sexual interest. Finally, the frequency with which individuals view SEM with a partner is negatively associated with beliefs about the importance of condom use. The paper concludes with discussion of these findings as well as directions for future research.

The association between smartphone dating applications and college students' casual sex encounters and condom use

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 38-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edmond P.H. Choi ◽  
Janet Y.H. Wong ◽  
Herman H.M. Lo ◽  
Wendy Wong ◽  
Jasmine H.M. Chio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Casual Sex

The Effects of Censored and Uncensored Sexually Explicit Music on Sexual Attitudes and Perceptions of Sexual Activity

2009 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric L. Sprankle ◽  
Christian M. End
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sexual Attitudes ◽  
Memory Task ◽  
Attitudes Toward Women ◽  
Premarital Sex ◽  
Attitudes And Perceptions ◽  
Sexually Explicit ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Sex Perception

The effects of censored versus uncensored sexually explicit music on undergraduate students’ attitudes toward premarital sex, perception of peer sexual activity, and attitudes toward women were examined. Under the guise of a lyrical memory task, the experiment involved groups of participants who were randomly assigned to listen to an uncensored sexually explicit song, a censored version of the same song, a nonsexual song by the same artist, or no music. The lyrical content did not have a significant impact the participants’ self-reported sexual attitudes and perceptions of peer sexual activity. Additionally, the music (or lack of) did not significantly alter attitudes toward premarital sex, perceptions of peer sexual activity, or attitudes toward women. The nonsignificant difference between the sexually explicit songs and the nonsexual songs challenges the psychological and lay theories that exposure to sexually explicit music instigates attitudinal change.

Risk assessment heuristics: Cues and intention to use a condom in casual sex

2016 ◽  
Vol 76 (3) ◽  
pp. 313-325 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Rinaldi-Miles ◽  
Brian L Quick ◽  
Laura McCloskey
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Casual Sex ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Behavioural Intentions ◽  
Social Proof ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Willingness To Use ◽  
Post Hoc

Objective: This study examined the relationship between three heuristic cues (consistency, liking and social proof) and condom use in casual sex relationships utilising the theory of planned behaviour. Participants: Totally, 388 US college students were surveyed. Method: Three vignettes for each cue primed students to project their willingness to use a condom during casual sex encounters. Results: Repeated-measures multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) revealed that the cues exerted significant main effects on attitude ( F(5, 1,935) = 6.16, p < .001), subjective norms ( F(5, 1,930) = 5.626, p < .001), perceived behavioural control ( F(5, 1,935) = 8.51, p < .001) and behavioural intentions ( F(5, 1,930) = 2.44, p = .033). Post hoc analysis revealed condom avoidance behavioural intentions were more likely for the vignette depicting social proof ( M = −1.26, standard deviation [ SD] = 1.08). Conclusion: Findings indicate that heuristic cues influence college students’ condom use intentions, and prevention programmes should incorporate cues to increase effectiveness.

scholarly journals An examination of health inequities among college students by sexual orientation identity and sex

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Danielle R. Brittain ◽  
Mary K. Dinger
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
Sexual Orientation ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Health Inequities ◽  
National Sample ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Sexual Orientation Identity ◽  
Health Related

<em>Background</em>. Lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) college students may have an increased number of health inequities compared to their heterosexual counterparts. However, to date, no research has provided a comprehensive examination of health-related factors by sexual orientation identity and sex among a national sample of college students. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine physical, sexual, interpersonal relations/safety, and mental health inequities by sexual orientation identity and sex among a national sample of college students. <br /><em>Design and methods.</em> Participants (n=39,767) completed the National College Health Assessment II during the fall 2008/spring 2009 academic year. Hierarchical binary logistic regression analyses were used to examine health inequities by sexual orientation identity and sex. <br /><em>Results</em>. LGB students compared to heterosexual students, experienced multiple health inequities including higher rates of being verbally threatened and lower rates of physical activity and condom use. <br /><em>Conclusions</em>. An understanding of health inequities experienced by LGB college students is critical as during these years of transition, students engage in protective (<em>e.g</em>., physical activity) and risky (<em>e.g</em>., lack of condom use) health behaviours, establishing habits that could last a lifetime. Future research should be used to design and implement targeted public health strategies and policies to reduce health inequities and improve health-related quality of life among LGB college students.

scholarly journals Psychological Sense of Community and the Use of Condoms and PrEP Among a Sample of Aging Black MSM

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 824-824
Author(s):  
Andre Brown ◽  
Mark Brennan-Ing ◽  
Steven Meanley ◽  
Sabina Haberlen ◽  
Deanna Ware ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Hiv Risk ◽  
Sense Of Community ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Psychological Sense Of Community ◽  
Hiv Risk Reduction ◽  
Psychological Sense

Abstract Psychological sense of community (PSOC) in Black men who have sex with men (BMSM) may facilitate condom and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) use to prevent HIV transmission. Understanding BMSM’s PSOC contribution to HIV risk reduction may inform HIV prevention efforts for this population, that is disproportionately affected by HIV. Adjusted for sociodemographic characteristics and HIV status, we conducted logistic regressions to test the association between PSOC and condom use among aging BMSM (n=176). Multivariate analyses exhibited no association between PSOC and condom use (AOR= 0.994, 95% CI= 0.942, 1.049). HIV+ participants had higher condom use odds compared to HIV- participants (AOR= 4.031, 95% CI= 1.723, 9.426). A sub-analysis of HIV- participants (n=61), showed no associated between PSOC and PrEP use (AOR= 1.002, 95% CI= 0.904, 1.112). These results have implications for secondary HIV prevention and future research on alternative aspects of social support that may increase BMSM’s HIV risk reduction behaviors.

scholarly journals Muscular Strength, Power, and Endurance Adaptations after Two Different University Fitness Classes

Sports ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Brittany S. Hollerbach ◽  
Sarah J. Cosgrove ◽  
Justin A. DeBlauw ◽  
Nattinee Jitnarin ◽  
Walker S. C. Poston ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Muscular Strength ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Bioelectrical Impedance ◽  
Impedance Analysis ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Muscle Strengthening ◽  
Maintain Body Weight

Physical activity (PA) classes help college students add weekly PA, which can help improve health and maintain body weight. Traditional weight training (TWT) can improve strength and aerobic capacity. High-intensity functional training such as CrossFit® (CF) provides time-efficient workouts with both muscle strengthening and aerobic exercises. Limited research has compared these classes for college students. We examined changes in muscular strength, power, and endurance as well as body composition. Participants were 85 healthy college students enrolled in TWT (n = 36, age 22.6 ± 4.1 years, 72.2% male) or CF (n = 49, age 21.8 ± 3.2 years, 55.1% male) classes meeting twice/wk for 8 weeks between October 2017 and May 2018. Baseline and posttest measurements included a vertical jump, grip strength, a 2 min push-up test, a 1 min squat test, height, weight, and a bioelectrical impedance analysis. Although no significant group × time interactions were found, there was a significant main effect of time for push-ups and squats (both p < 0.001). Participants enjoyed the classes and most planned to continue. Both classes improved muscular endurance although no significant differences were found between them. Activity classes provide college students with an option for increasing their weekly PA and help maintain body composition. Future research should examine the benefits from longer or more frequent classes.

Games people play: sex, alcohol and condom use among urban Norwegians

1998 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bente Træen ◽  
Arild Hovland
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Social Status ◽  
Casual Sex ◽  
Oral Contraception ◽  
Sexual Encounter ◽  
Symbolic Value

What makes adults have unprotected casual sex under the influence of alcohol? In 1995 afield qualitative study on alcohol and sexuality was undertaken among 33 guests to three clubs designed to attract people from different social layers in Oslo. Men were reluctant to use condoms because of reduced pleasure and sensation. Females’ problems dealt with social stigmatization and with what was sought in the sexual encounter. Condoms were not likely to be used if the woman used oral contraception. The informants trusted the partner would tell of diseases. Trusting was connected to the partner's social status. In love contexts, the symbolic value of sex without condoms may be greater than for sex with condoms. In non-love contexts, condom use was connected to acting responsibly. The informants tended to blame the alcohol for not using condoms. However, rather than failing to use condoms, people more likely never intended to use them.

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