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A Study Of The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And High-Risk Sexual Behaviors In College- Aged Black Women, Deborah P. Cameron May 2015

A Study Of The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And High-Risk Sexual Behaviors In College- Aged Black Women, Deborah P. Cameron

Senior Honors Projects, 2010-2019

The purpose of this research study was to examine the relationship between self- esteem and high-risk sexual behaviors. This project aimed to determine if there was a significant difference in this relationship in Black females and non-Black females. Exploring self-esteem and high-risk sexual behaviors could enhance sexual health programs. A pilot survey was developed to measure high-risk behaviors, self-esteem and intentions of practicing safe sex. The survey was distributed via email to all female undergraduate students attending James Madison University during the Spring 2015 semester. SPSS was used to analyze the data collected. The participants of the study (n=268) were …