ERIC Number: EJ1396354
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 25
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ISSN: ISSN-1554-6128
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The Interplay of Multiple Influences on the Development of Sexuality in Late-Adolescence: A Grounded Theory Study
Unis, Brian; Bjuresäter, Kaisa; Nilsson, Jan
American Journal of Sexuality Education, v18 n3 p459-483 2023
The aim of this grounded theory study was to explore late-adolescents' process of sexual development along with their information- and support-seeking behaviors in a Swedish context. Data were collected in semi-structured interviews with late-adolescents aged between 18 and 21 years in high schools in central Sweden. The results showed that late-adolescents' sexual development involved seeking for knowledge, discussing norms and attitudes, learning through interactions, and growing through practice and experience. Information- and support-seeking behaviors were observed throughout their development. This study highlights that, in order to be able to provide adequate help and support, healthcare professionals need to have an awareness of the changing information and support needs of adolescents in our constantly changing and diverse society.
Descriptors: Sexuality, Late Adolescents, Adolescent Development, Information Seeking, High School Students, Foreign Countries, Social Attitudes, Interaction, Social Support Groups, Access to Information, Knowledge Level, Health Behavior, Student Attitudes, Intimacy, Controversial Issues (Course Content), LGBTQ People, Experiential Learning
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Sweden
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