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Tattooing behavior in adolescence. A comparison study.

J A Farrow1, R H Schwartz, J Vanderleeuw

  • 1Division of Adolescent Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.

American Journal of Diseases of Children (1960)
|February 1, 1991
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Adolescent tattooing is common and linked to various risk factors, including substance abuse, delinquency, and family influences. Understanding these associations is crucial for addressing tattooing as a significant health concern in young people.

Area of Science:

  • Adolescent Health
  • Behavioral Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tattooing is prevalent among adolescents, with 12% of surveyed individuals aged 12-18 having tattoos.
  • Previous research indicates potential links between adolescent tattooing and various psychosocial factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the associations and motivations behind tattooing in adolescents.
  • To compare tattooing prevalence and related factors across different adolescent groups.

Main Methods:

  • A controlled study surveyed 474 adolescents (12-18 years) from a substance abuse treatment program, a detention center, and a private pediatric practice.
  • A 34-item questionnaire assessed associations with race, drug use, school performance, family background, criminal activity, and ritualistic involvement.

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  • The private pediatric practice served as the control group.

    • Main Results:

    • Tattooing was significantly associated (P < .005) with drug use, delinquency, lower academic performance, and family/peer modeling.
    • Adolescents with tattoos showed associations with lower self-esteem, criminal activity, and involvement in satanic rituals.
    • Knowledge of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection risks was also linked to tattooing.

    Conclusions:

    • Adolescent tattooing is common and correlates with multiple risk behaviors and psychosocial issues.
    • These findings highlight the need to address adolescent tattooing as a health problem.
    • Interventions should consider the complex interplay of factors associated with adolescent tattooing.