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Is pornography consumption associated with condom use and intoxication during hookups?
Scott R Braithwaite1, Anneli Givens1, Jacob Brown1
1a Department of Psychology , Brigham Young University , Provo , USA.
Culture, Health & Sexuality
|June 6, 2015
Summary
Pornography consumption is linked to increased risky sexual behaviors in emerging adults. This includes more penetrative hookups, especially when intoxicated and without protection, with gender differences observed in intoxication levels.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Emerging adulthood is a critical period for sexual behavior development.
- Understanding factors influencing risky sexual behavior is crucial for public health.
- Pornography consumption is widespread among emerging adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between pornography consumption and risky sexual behavior.
- To explore potential gender differences in this association.
- To determine if this association persists after controlling for other factors.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of two large samples of emerging adults (N=1216) who reported recent hookups.
- Statistical examination of the correlation between pornography use and various sexual risk indicators.
- Control analyses for self-control, alcohol use, personality, and sexual attitudes.
Main Results:
- Pornography use was associated with a higher likelihood of penetrative hookups.
- Gender-specific associations were found regarding intoxication during hookups.
- A higher likelihood of unprotected, intoxicated penetrative hookups was linked to pornography use.
- Results remained consistent after controlling for confounding variables.
Conclusions:
- Pornography consumption is a significant correlate of risky sexual behavior in emerging adults.
- Interventions aimed at reducing sexual risk should consider the role of pornography.
- Further research is needed to understand the causal mechanisms and inform prevention strategies.