Browsing Human Development and Family Science by Author "Ballard, Sharon M."
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Effects of Prenatal Parenting Education Classes
Stridick, Margaret Ann (East Carolina University, 2017-04-28)Participants were pregnant women receiving prenatal care through East Carolina University's Brody Medical Center, along with their partners. The present study investigated the effects of prenatal education regarding ... -
Engaging in healthy sexual decision making: The role of protective factors from an ecological systems perspective
Senn, Rebecca R. (East Carolina University, 2016-05-04)A sample of 235 emerging adults at a southeastern university was surveyed about past and current sexual decision-making. Researchers investigated the role of protective factors in early and current sexual decision-making ... -
Focusing on Strengths : How Body Image Influences Sexual Competence Among Emerging Adult Females
Coughlin, DeAnna (East Carolina University, 2012)The current study examines the impact of body image on sexually competent (responsible) behaviors within an emerging adult population utilizing a feminist perspective of Symbolic Interaction theory. The sample consisted ... -
The Impact of Religiosity on the Sexual Socialization of Emerging Adults
Nichols, Bradi Petersen (East Carolina University, 2011)The influence of religion within the socialization process as it pertains to sexuality was examined among 20 emerging adults aged 21-24, using qualitative research methods. Overall, participants fell into two categories: ... -
Sexual Attitudes and Reality Television Viewing Among Emerging Adults
Powell, Aisha L. (East Carolina University, 2013)Emerging Adulthood is a transitional stage that entails different developmental tasks. One specific task is developing sexual identity. Mass media (e.g., television, Internet, and movies) play an important role in influencing ... -
SEXUAL BEHAVIORS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS
ROBERTSON, SHELITA (East Carolina University, 2010)This research study examined sexual behaviors of college students in relation to the effects of race, socioeconomic status, and religious commitment. One hundred and ninety eight ECU students responded to a survey ...