title: Alcohol use and sexual arousal research: application of the health belief model.
abstract: This article summarizes research findings related to alcohol use and sexual responsiveness within the framework of Becker's health belief model. Application is discussed in relation to the health care practitioner concerned with interventions for preventing alcohol abuse and promoting sexual health. Particular emphasis is given to clients in late adolescence.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing, Florida State University.
authors.forename: D I
authors.initials: DI
authors.lastname: Frank
authors.forename: A R
authors.initials: AR
authors.lastname: Lang
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000428:Alcohol Drinking / Q000502:physiology*; D001294:Attitude to Health; D004542:Ejaculation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009948:Orgasm; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010410:Penile Erection / Q000502:physiology; D000297:Psychology, Adolescent; D012725:Sexual Behavior / Q000502:physiology*; D014621:Vagina / Q000098:blood supply; D014661:Vasoconstriction / Q000502:physiology