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Religiosity and the Transition to Nonmarital Parity
Heidi Ann Lyons1, Scott James Smith1
1Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice, Oakland University, Rochester, MI 48309, USA.
Sexuality Research & Social Policy : Journal of NSRC : SR & SP
|October 10, 2014
Summary
Religiosity and religious affiliation can influence the timing of nonmarital births among adolescent females. Understanding these factors can inform interventions to reduce negative outcomes associated with early parenthood.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Demography
- Public Health
Background:
- Nonmarital parity is linked to adverse outcomes like poor health, educational deficits, and poverty.
- Identifying risk and protective factors for nonmarital parenthood is crucial for effective policy and interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic religiosity and the timing of nonmarital parity in adolescent females.
- To explore how religious affiliation influences the risk of nonmarital births.
Main Methods:
- Discrete time hazard modeling was employed.
- Analysis utilized a nationally representative sample of 7,367 adolescent females from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health.
Main Results:
- 32% of the sample experienced a nonmarital birth; Black and Hispanic females had higher rates.
- Intrinsic and extrinsic religiosity showed protective effects for certain groups.
- Religious affiliation increased risk in the full model, indicating complex interactions.
Conclusions:
- Religiosity and religious affiliation play a complex role in the timing of nonmarital births among adolescent females.
- Findings suggest tailored interventions considering religious factors may be beneficial.
- Further research is recommended to refine understanding and policy implications.
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