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The purpose of this study was to determine whether religiosity, spirituality, and sexual attitudes accounted for differences in sexual behaviors among college students. The sample included 960 college students enrolled at four northeastern colleges. Results indicated differences in sexual attitudes, religiosity, and spirituality by gender. Moreover, sexual attitudes, religiosity, and spirituality were associated with sexual behaviors among college students. Sexual behaviors among males were influenced by their sexual attitudes, religiosity, and spirituality, while for females, their sexual behaviors were mostly influenced by their sexual attitudes. College health professionals can use these findings when discussing sexual practices with students.
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This research was supported by a Research Council Grant provided by Penn State Harrisburg. Authors wish to thank Amina Gilyard, Megan Fulmer, and Michele Robinson for their tremendous support as research assistants during this project.
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Luquis, R.R., Brelsford, G.M. & Rojas-Guyler, L. Religiosity, Spirituality, Sexual Attitudes, and Sexual Behaviors Among College Students. J Relig Health 51, 601–614 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-011-9527-z
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