Kirk Chris M, Lewis Rhonda K, Lee Felecia A, Stowell David
Department of Psychology, Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas, USA.
J Prev Interv Community. 2011;39(4):320-32. doi: 10.1080/10852352.2011.606406.
Numerous studies and interventions have been designed to either reduce the prevalence of risky behaviors (substance use, sexual activity, etc.) or increase the level of educational activity for adolescents. Research suggests that these two constructs may be related yet little is known about this relationship among African American youth. Archival data from the Risk Reduction Project was used to explore the connection between the protective factors of educational aspirations/expectations and recent participation in risky behavior. Results suggest that recent use of marijuana, alcohol to the point of intoxication, and sexual activity predicted lower aspirations and expectations among African American youth. From a positive youth development perspective, this study suggests the development of holistic interventions that build educational assets in youth, in addition to working to minimize risk behaviors. Limitations and suggestions for future research are also discussed.
许多研究和干预措施旨在减少危险行为（物质使用、性活动等）的发生率，或提高青少年的教育活动水平。研究表明，这两个概念可能相关，但对于非裔美国青年之间的这种关系知之甚少。利用来自减少风险项目的档案数据来探索教育抱负/期望的保护因素与近期参与危险行为之间的联系。结果表明，近期使用大麻、饮酒至醉酒程度以及性活动预示着非裔美国青年的抱负和期望较低。从积极的青年发展角度来看，本研究建议除了努力减少风险行为外，还应开展全面的干预措施，以培养青年的教育资产。还讨论了研究的局限性和对未来研究的建议。
