Technology-facilitated abuse as a risk factor for STI and pregnancy in early adulthood: evidence from latine adolescents in California.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Background Technology-facilitated abuse (TFA) has emerged as a significant form of violence against adolescents and young adults (AYA). However, evidence is limited regarding the prevalence of forms of TFA among AYA and how TFA from partners influences other outcomes related to AYA sexual health and wellbeing. The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of TFA exposure among AYA in an agricultural region in the United States, to identify associated risk factors, and assess its relationship to later sexual, mental, and violence-related health outcomes.

Methods

We analyzed data from a prospective cohort study of eighth graders from Salinas, California followed over eight years. Pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing were conducted in emer

SUBMITTER: Hartmann M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12486503 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature