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Sexual Dating Violence, School-Based Violence, and Risky Behaviors Among U.S. High School Students

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Sexual dating violence is associated with several risky health behaviors among adolescents. This study explored the associations between school-based violence, risky health behaviors, and sexual dating violence victimization among U.S. high school students using the 2017 Youth Behavior Risk Survey data. Results indicate a statistically significant correlation (p < .05) between sexual dating violence, sex, sexual identity, and various risky behaviors including bullying, electronic bullying, alcohol use, and physical fighting. These additional behavioral risks experienced by sexual dating violence victims should be further researched to determine impact on overall quality of life and to help guide health education intervention development.

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Khanhkham, A., Williams, R.D., Housman, J.M. et al. Sexual Dating Violence, School-Based Violence, and Risky Behaviors Among U.S. High School Students. J Community Health 45, 932–942 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10900-020-00811-1

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