Understanding Sexual Abstinence Among Adolescent Males

Authors

David William Haas, Brigham Young University
Dr. Renata Forste, Brigham Young University

Keywords

sexual abstinence, adolescent males, adolescent sexual activity, high-risk behaviors

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Sociology

Abstract

Adolescent sexual activity is an important social issue because it is associated with other high-risk behaviors such as alcohol and substance abuse. Past studies have generally examined factors related to the initiation of sexual activity among youth, rather than modeling the factors predictive of sexual abstinence. Early sexual activity places youth at risk of premarital pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease. In addition, first intercourse is influential in redefining a youth’s identity and attitudes, and is an important factor in the transition from adolescence to adulthood (Upchurch, Levy-Storms, Sucoff, & Aneheshensel, 1998). The present study of teen sexual behavior models the factors predictive of delaying sexual activity among teenage males.

Recommended Citation

Haas, David William and Forste, Dr. Renata (2014) "Understanding Sexual Abstinence Among Adolescent Males," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014: Iss. 1, Article 375.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/375