Early Onset of Sexual Activity
Early Onset of Sexual Activity
Review of a psychological study on anti-social behavior as a predictor in the early onset of sexual activity.
1,009 words (
approx. 4 pages) |
1 source |
2000
Paper Summary:
This research paper addresses the question of whether the first onset of sexual intercourse can be foreseen by observing anti-social behavior, drug abuse, or other factors.
From the Paper:
"There are two working hypotheses for this study: 1. The authors hypothesize that "one of the strongest predictors of early onset of sexual activity is that antisocial behavior develops in childhood and continues into adolescence," and 2. Those initiating intercourse in early, mid-, and late adolescence, or not initiating during the study period, would show differing trajectories for the predictor variables..." "
Early Onset of Sexual Activity (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 10, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Early-Onset-of-Sexual-Activity/1647
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