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Predicting adolescent risk behaviors based on an ecological framework and assets.

Authors :
Reininger BM
Evans AE
Griffin SF
Sanderson M
Vincent ML
Valois RF
Parra-Medina D
Source :
American Journal of Health Behavior. Mar/Apr2005, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p150-161. 12p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To examine the relationship between an aggregate risk score (smoking, drinking, and number of sex partners) and measures of youth assets in a sample of 3439 youth aged 14-18 years. METHODS: Linear regression models for African American and white males and females predicted an aggregate risk score. RESULTS: After adjustments, the youth asset most predictive of risk was self/peer values regarding risk behaviors. Perceived school support was also predictive. CONCLUSIONS: Taking an ecological approach to the measurement of adolescent health behaviors contributes to our understanding of these risk behaviors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10873244
Volume :
29
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Journal of Health Behavior
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
106502894
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5993/ajhb.29.2.6