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The opposite of sex? Adolescents' thoughts about abstinence and sex, and their sexual behavior.
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Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health
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June 1, 2008
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CONTEXT: Little research has explored how teenagers think about abstinence and how it functions in their lives. These questions are particularly salient in light of widespread funding of abstinence-only programs in the United States.
METHODS: Data on attitudes and intentions related to abstinence and sex were collected from 365 adolescents aged 12-15 who participated in an HIV risk reduction program in Seattle in 2001-2003. Logistic regression analyses assessed associations between these cognitions, as measured six months after the program, and teenagers' likelihood of having vaginal or anal sex in the subsequent six months.
RESULTS: Adolescents who had positive attitudes and ...
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