Understanding Rough Sexual Behaviors in Young People
Sexual health behaviors among US adolescents and young adults
This project wants to learn more about rough sexual behaviors among young people in the US and how these experiences affect their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11193796 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many young people in the United States are engaging in rough sexual behaviors, which can include physically aggressive acts. These experiences can lead to serious physical injuries, like concussions or bruising, and also have negative effects on mental and sexual health. Sometimes, young people might feel pressured into these behaviors or be unprepared for the intensity, leading to emotional harm. This work aims to understand how common these behaviors are and what factors might influence them, helping us better support young adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Young adults and adolescents, specifically those between the ages of 15 and 29, who may have experienced or are interested in understanding rough sexual behaviors, are the focus of this work.
Not a fit: Patients outside the adolescent and young adult age range (15-29) or those not interested in sexual health behaviors may not directly benefit from this particular research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This work could help us better understand the risks and consequences of rough sexual behaviors, leading to improved support and prevention strategies for young people.
How similar studies have performed: While the abstract notes a lack of national estimates for these specific behaviors, research on sexual health and risk behaviors in youth is well-established.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Kimberly M — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Kimberly M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.