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Body Modifications as Related to College Students' Reported Risky Behaviors and Self-Image

Keel, Jessica Michelle
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=muhonors1102526292

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2004, Bachelor of Arts, Miami University, College of Arts and Sciences - Psychology.
Engaging in the practice of body modification via tattooing and body piercing, a practice often considered “body mutilation” by psychological research, is increasing in popularity in America today (Stirn, 2003). Prior studies identify a positive correlation among American juveniles possessing body modifications and their participation in adverse activities; such behaviors include alcohol use, cigarette smoking, marijuana use, prescription drug abuse, cocaine use, unprotected sexual practices, and illegal motor vehicle operation (Brooks, Woods, Knight, & Shrier, 2003; Burger & Finkel, 2002). The present study assesses the relationship between involvement in the aforementioned detrimental behaviors and the practices of tattooing and piercing in a college population. Self-image of both modified and non-modified students is also evaluated. A sample of 351 undergraduate students from a mid-sized university voluntarily participated by completing an anonymous survey. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and group mean comparisons, revealing an existing relationship between body modification practices, self-image, and participation in risky behaviors. The nonsignificant results of this study suggest more testing is in order to see if there any real basis for the social stigma placed upon those who express their individuality in indelible ink and surgical steel exists.
Rose Marie Ward (Advisor)
70 p.
Psychology, General
Body Modification; Tattoo; Body Piercing; Self-Esteem; Self-Image; Drug Use; Alcohol; Marijuana; Prescription Drug Abuse; Cocaine; Sexual Activity

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  • Keel, J. M. (2004). Body Modifications as Related to College Students' Reported Risky Behaviors and Self-Image [Undergraduate thesis, Miami University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=muhonors1102526292

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Keel, Jessica. Body Modifications as Related to College Students' Reported Risky Behaviors and Self-Image. 2004. Miami University, Undergraduate thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=muhonors1102526292.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Keel, Jessica. "Body Modifications as Related to College Students' Reported Risky Behaviors and Self-Image." Undergraduate thesis, Miami University, 2004. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=muhonors1102526292

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)

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