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Tattooing and Body Piercing

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  • Judith Greif
  • Walter Hewitt

    (Rutgers University Health Service)

  • Myrna L. Armstrong

    (Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center)

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Tattooing and body piercing are increasing, especially among college students. A study of 766 tattooed and/or body-pierced college students in 18 universities across the United States and one in Australia was conducted to discover the demographic characteristics, motivational factors, and health concerns. The traditional college time of 18 to 22 years of age (69%) was when they obtained their tattoo (73%) and/or body piercing (63%). More frequent health problems and impulsive decision making were noted for those with body piercing when compared to those tattooed. Three cases of hepatitis were reported. Health professionals should openly discuss body art with students, convey a nonjudgmental attitude, and assist with informed decision-making information to either reduce risks or dissuade. Open communication and applicable health education will be very important .

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  • Judith Greif & Walter Hewitt & Myrna L. Armstrong, 1999. "Tattooing and Body Piercing," Clinical Nursing Research, , vol. 8(4), pages 368-385, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:clnure:v:8:y:1999:i:4:p:368-385
    DOI: 10.1177/10547739922158368
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