Limited detraditionalization of intimacy: Growing socioeconomic differences in contraceptive use at first intercourse in Italy

This paper investigates links between social inequality and reproductive behavior. It complements the extensive research on the stratification of young adults' life chances in education and the labor market by considering changes over time in the stratification of contraceptive use at first intercourse by parental background. We seek to understand detraditionalization trends in young people’s sexually intimate behavior by investigating whether these trends were driven by particular social groups and how they were supported by policy initiatives. We study Italy from 1950-2006, which shows strong regional and socioeconomic disparities, and comparatively slow changes in religion and gender norms. Data from the “Survey on Italians’ Sexual Behavior” (2006) and macro indicators on family planning centers are used. The findings show a steep increase in contraceptive use at first sexual intercourse over time, stratified by parental background, but only for condom use. We did not find that family planning centers intervened in these relationships.

Marital Status at First Intercourse in Married Christian Women: Relationships with Guilt, Sanctification of Sexuality, and Marital Satisfaction

Previous research has demonstrated that women experience higher levels of guilt compared with men at first sexual intercourse. Research also indicates that guilt is related to religiosity and to level of relational commitment. However, there has been no research on the correlates of sexual debut in a Christian population. This study compares the experiences of married Christian women who had first intercourse before or after marriage on guilt, sanctification of sex, and marital satisfaction. A total of 210 married Christian women were administered a survey containing measures of guilt at first intercourse, sanctification of sexuality, and marital satisfaction. The results indicate that the premarital group reported significantly higher levels of guilt at first intercourse and significantly lower levels of theistic sanctification and marital satisfaction than the marital group. In addition, there was no significant correlation between relational commitment and guilt for the premarital debut group, suggesting that those who were in a committed relationship at sexual debut experienced similar levels of guilt to those who were not in a committed relationship at debut. This study has meaningful implications for the way sexuality is discussed in Christian culture.

The Mediating Role Of Motivations For Sex In The Relationship Between Childhood Sexual Abuse And Sexual Health Outcomes Among Homeless Youth In Canada

Childhood sexual abuse (CSA), which is disproportionately common among homeless youth, is associated with adverse sexual health outcomes. However, there is a lack of data as to how CSA is related to adverse sexual health outcomes among homeless youth. The current study examined motivations for sex as mediators in the relationships between CSA and 1)sexual risk behaviours and 2)sexual functioning among homeless youth. 179 youth (ages 16-21) completed measures examining CSA, motivations for sex, and sexual health outcomes. CSA was associated with earlier age of first intercourse among females and involvement in sex trading among males. CSA was also associated with motivations to have sex for partner approval and coping. Sex for partner approval mediated the relationship between CSA and age of first intercourse among females. This study highlights the importance of targeting motivations in the reduction of adverse sexual health outcomes among homeless youth in Canada.

The Mediating Role Of Motivations For Sex In The Relationship Between Childhood Sexual Abuse And Sexual Health Outcomes Among Homeless Youth In Canada

Childhood sexual abuse (CSA), which is disproportionately common among homeless youth, is associated with adverse sexual health outcomes. However, there is a lack of data as to how CSA is related to adverse sexual health outcomes among homeless youth. The current study examined motivations for sex as mediators in the relationships between CSA and 1)sexual risk behaviours and 2)sexual functioning among homeless youth. 179 youth (ages 16-21) completed measures examining CSA, motivations for sex, and sexual health outcomes. CSA was associated with earlier age of first intercourse among females and involvement in sex trading among males. CSA was also associated with motivations to have sex for partner approval and coping. Sex for partner approval mediated the relationship between CSA and age of first intercourse among females. This study highlights the importance of targeting motivations in the reduction of adverse sexual health outcomes among homeless youth in Canada.

Major Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer in Northeast of Iran: Evidence from a Case-Control Study

Background: Cervical cancer is a preventable cancer with various risk factors. In this study, we assessed different risk factors involved in invasive cervical cancer in the Northeast of Iran. Methods: In a case-control study, 99 patients with advanced cervical cancer were compared to 102 healthy, normal women. Cervical cancer risk factors were documented for these groups using a questionnaire and available medical notes. Univariate analysis was done for each risk factor, followed by multivariate regression analysis, to evaluate the most powerful risk factors after adjustment. Results: Multivariate model indicated that sexual transmitted diseases (STD) [p<0.001; OR=7.88, 95% CI (2.59-23.93)], age at first intercourse ≤16 [p=0.048; OR=6.22, 95% CI (1.06-36.51)] and age [p=0.001; OR= 1.11, 95% CI (1.04-1.18)] were independently significant risk factors for cervical cancer. Conclusion: According to this survey, the significant influence of major risk factors, including STD, age at first intercourse, and age itself, has been underlined. Moreover, increasing the social knowledge and educating people to prevent highrisk sexual behaviors, HPV testing, and routine use of HPV vaccine, which is nowadays regarded as a preventive measure in cervical cancer, may also be needed to be implemented in our prevention program.

Condom use in greek young adults’ dating relationships: The role of sexual debut condom use and relationship characteristics

We examined whether individual and relationship characteristics predicted condom use in Greek young adults’ ongoing relationships. Participants were 277 university students with ongoing dating relationships who provided their demographics and information on their sexual profiles, partners, and relationships. Participants rated their relationships in terms of matrimonial and hedonistic (passionate) characteristics, and indicated whether they had used a condomat first intercourse, at latest intercourse, and consistently during the relationship. Condoms were more likely to be used at first intercourse, at latest intercourse and during the relationship when they had been used at sexual debut (first-time-in-life sexual intercourse). However, they were less likely to be used at latest intercourse, the longer and the more hedonistic the relationship. In addition, increased frequency of coital sex during the relationship was associated with less consistent condom use. It appears that condom use at sexual debut establishes a resilient habit of condom use in future relationships. However, relationship duration, sexual passion, and frequency of coital sex appear to undermine condom use. Condom use promotion should address young audiences at an early age, emphasizing that relationship length, frequency of coital sex, and passion may work against protective behavior in a relationship.

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A 16-year-old woman developed pain in the left shoulder and right elbow joints 4 days after the first intercourse.