Patterns of Attachment and Factors from The NEO PI-R as Predictors of Deviant Sexuality

Authors

Michelle L. Varon, University of Texas-Pan American

Date of Award

5-2010

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Psychology

First Advisor

Dr. Darrin Rogers

Second Advisor

Dr. Frederick A. Ernst

Third Advisor

Dr. Benjamin Aguilar

Abstract

Research has shown that both personality factors from the Big 5 personality model and underlying attachment dimensions are related to deviant sexuality. Over 500 primarily Hispanic undergraduate college students completed the NEO PI-R, The relationship scales questionnaire, and a deviant sexuality measure, which was a composite of attitudes, intentions and behaviors. A hierarchical regression analysis showed that conscientiousness and agreeableness, combined with the underlying attachment dimensions of avoidance and anxiety, are useful in predicting deviant sexuality.

Comments

Copyright 2010 Michelle Varon. All Rights Reserved.

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Granting Institution

University of Texas-Pan American