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Peer reviewedHolmbeck, Grayson N.; And Others – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 1994
Cognitive development, egocentrism, and self-esteem were examined in relation to contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and behavior for 300 high school and first-year college students. Adolescents with higher cognitive development and self-esteem scores had more knowledge about sexuality and contraception and were more likely to use contraceptives.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Child Development, Cognitive Development
