@article{ref1,
title="A determination of the health-protective behaviors of female adolescents: a pilot study",
journal="Adolescence",
year="1986",
author="Vinal, D. and Wellman, C. and Tyser, K. and Stites, I. and Leaf, J. and Larson, A. and Graves, J.",
volume="21",
number="81",
pages="87-105",
abstract="In this study, the unique needs and developmental stage of adolescent females were considered in the determination of health-protective behaviors and needs. Through the use of a questionnaire, 211 female freshman dormitory residents (17-22 years of age) attending a small, private, midwestern university, were surveyed to assess their knowledge, utilization, and perceived teaching needs regarding selected health-protective behaviors. Findings indicated that almost all of them identified basic forms of health-protective behaviors. However, a majority exhibited inadequate knowledge and use of basic health care practices. The health-teaching needs identified most frequently were in the areas of: stress control; rape/suicide prevention; safety; and prevention/care of minor illnesses. Suggestions for program design and implications for health promotion are presented.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0001-8449",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}