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Associations between adolescents’ use of sexually explicit material and risky sexual behavior: A longitudinal assessment

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  • Goran Koletić
  • Taylor Kohut
  • Aleksandar Štulhofer

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The unprecedented accessibility and affordability of online sexually explicit material (SEM) has facilitated widespread use among adolescents and growing concerns over adverse reproductive health outcomes. Although SEM-induced risky sexual behavior is among key concerns, there is a paucity of longitudinal research addressing this issue. This study aimed to assess the longitudinal association between frequency of SEM use and risky sexual behavior among adolescents in two independent 5-wave panel samples of Croatian adolescents (n = 368; n = 247). The indicators of risky sexual behavior were: (1) not using a condom at most recent sexual intercourse, and (2) reporting two or more sexual partners. Multilevel logistic regression analysis with a lagged component was used to explore the associations of interest. Controlling for sociodemographic characteristics, pubertal timing and sensation seeking, frequency of SEM use was not associated with the two indicators of sexual risk taking. This study’s findings are relevant for health and educational experts, but also for concerned parents.

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  • Goran Koletić & Taylor Kohut & Aleksandar Štulhofer, 2019. "Associations between adolescents’ use of sexually explicit material and risky sexual behavior: A longitudinal assessment," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 14(6), pages 1-14, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0218962
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0218962
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