Used Gilligan's orientation to moral development to examine decision to end childbearing in 26 mothers. Subjects were interviewed shortly before and one year after tubal ligation. Results showed that subjects used one of five perspectives of moral thought which described the sense of care and responsibility to self and others in the context of…

Assessed sexuality attitudes of black middle-class sample (N=124) concerning communication regarding sexuality information, adolescent contraception, adolescent pregnancy, nonmarital intercourse, responsibility for contraception and pregnancy, abortion, pornography, and masturbation. Results suggest that participants were well-informed, moderate,…

Reviews research literature on the mother-daughter relationship as a transmission structure for sexual socialization. While the literature indicates generally low levels of direct communication about sex between mothers and daughters, the influence of the mother on the daughter's sexual and contraceptive behavior is also indicated. (Author)

Students (N=697) from 20 schools in Missouri who identified themselves as not having had sex were surveyed. Results show the most frequent reasons for not having sex were related to fears of pregnancy and diseases. The least frequent reasons were related to problems concerning the cost and availability of birth control and protection. (Author/MKA)

Reports demographic data on 26 adolescent expectant fathers and information about their relationships with the expectant mothers and their families. Results indicated that young fathers maintained positive relationships with their girlfriend's family, maintained contact with the expectant mother, and desired to meet certain responsibilities toward…

Studied the relationship between premarital sexual guilt and contraceptive attitudes and behavior among young single women. High-guilt subjects were significantly more embarrassed about coming to the birth control clinics and were more likely to believe that it was difficult to obtain birth control. (Author)

Contrary to legend and past experiences of older generations, respondents reported no major barriers to the purchase of contraceptives. Convenience was the major factor determining the place of purchase. Presented at the annual meeting of the American Sociological Association, Human Sexuality Section, San Francisco, September 1978. (Author)

Increases in abortions can be traced to changing public opinion, women entering the labor force, and higher levels of premarital sexual activity. Abortion tends to be more common among younger women and those in lower income and education categories. More aggressive family planning programs are needed. (JAC)

Examined myths and stereotypes associated with the sexual and reproductive behavior of the urban poor, particularly poor White, Black, and Mexican-American women. Through extensive analysis of differences in family planning and fertility patterns, conclusions were reached about the relationship between sexual stereotypes, family social services,…

Family background influences only a few sex-related topics of communication between mothers and daughters but these are significant: birth control and sexual intercourse. Moral training is not neglected in traditional conservative families but mothers seem more reluctant to discuss these topics. (JAC)

Examined the relationship between contracepting problems, unplanned fertility, and both child abuse and neglect in 518 urban, single parent, public assistance mothers. Findings revealed that increasing numbers of unplanned conceptions increased the probability of both abuse and neglect and that the unplanned conceptions were due to both failure to…

Critiques the new sex education movement which attempts to apply sexual liberation to the classroom and counseling. Theorizes that the outcome of this program will be the spread of sexual tolerance, and the institutionalization of the sexual revolution. Includes a commentary by Kirkendall and a reply by Shornack. (Author/JAC)

Reviews basic and evaluative research that has reported a relationship between sex education and pregnancy-related behaviors among adolescents. Examines findings from national probability surveys about the relationship between sex education and coital behavior and contraception. Review behavioral success among different types of primary…