Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Social and Behavioral Sciences Commons™
Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 1 of 1
Full-Text Articles in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exploring The Characteristics And Motivations Of Undergraduates Who Sext, Mackenzie Boehler
Exploring The Characteristics And Motivations Of Undergraduates Who Sext, Mackenzie Boehler
Wayne State University Theses
ABSTRACT
IDENTIFYING THE MOTIVATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF UNDERGRADUATES WHO SEXT
by
MACKENZIE BOEHLER
May 2017
Advisor: Dr. Matthew Larson
Major: Criminal Justice
Degree: Master of Science
In recent years, sexting has become a controversial topic among legal scholars and behavioral scientists. Research has displayed varying accounts of the prevalence of sexting among young adults and has yet to answer the question of why. This study seeks to understand the characteristics and motivations of young adults who are involved in sexting. A survey of sexting behaviors was administered online at a large urban university. Identifying the factors and influences for a …