Publications
Cell phone usage among adolescents in Uganda: acceptability for relaying health information
Mitchell, K., Bull, S., Kiwanuka, J., & Ybarra, M. (2011). Cell phone usage among adolescents in Uganda: acceptability for relaying health information. Health Education Research; in press.
Abstract: The increase in cell phone use has manifested a growing interest in using this technology for health promotion. The portability and ‘always on’ features of the [...]
X-rated material and perpetration of sexually aggressive behavior among children and adolescents: is there a link?
Ybarra M.L, Mitchell K.J, Hamburger, M., Diener-West, M., & Leaf, P. (2011). X-rated material and perpetration of sexually aggressive behavior among children and adolescents: is there a link? Aggressive Behavior, 37(1), 863-874.
Abstract: Longitudinal linkages between intentional exposure to x-rated material and sexually aggressive behavior were examined among youth 10–15 year olds surveyed nationally in the United States. [...]
Impact of Maltreatment on Children Served in Community Mental Health Programs
Walrath, CM, Ybarra, ML, Sheehan AK, Holden EW, & Burns, BJ.(2006) Impact of Maltreatment on Children Served in Community Mental Health Programs. Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 14, 143-156.
Abstract: Despite a decline in the incidence of child abuse over the last decade, victimization rates remain troubling.This study used a subset of data from the [...]
Impact of asking sensitive questions about violence to children and adolescents
Ybarra, M., Langhinrichsen-Rohling, J., Friend, J., & Diener-West, M. (2009). Impact of asking sensitive questions about violence to children and adolescents. Journal of Adolescent Health, 45(5), 499-507.
Abstract: PURPOSE: A major gap in our understanding of the ethics of asking sensitive health questions to children is the impact these questions have on their well-being. METHODS: A [...]
Associations between blocking, monitoring, filtering software on the home computer and youth-reported unwanted exposure to sexual material online
Ybarra, M.L., Finkelhor, D., Mitchell, K.J., & Wolak, J. (2009). Associations between blocking, monitoring, filtering software on the home computer and youth-reported unwanted exposure to sexual material online. Child Abuse & Neglect, 33(12), 857-869.
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To examine the relationship between the use of preventive software on the home computer and unwanted exposure to sexual material [...]
Linkages between depressive symptomatology and Internet harassment among young regular Internet users
Recent reports indicate 97% of youth are connected to the Internet. As more young people have access to online communication, it is integrally important to identify youth who may be more vulnerable to negative experiences.
Read This »Sex differences in youth-reported depressive symptomatology and unwanted internet sexual solicitation
Ybarra, M.L., Leaf, P.J., & Diener-West, M. (2004). Sex Differences in Youth-Reported Depressive Symptomatology and Unwanted Internet Sexual Solicitation. J Med Internet Res, 6(1), e5.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: As the number of youths using the Internet regularly increase, so too does the number of youths potentially vulnerable to negative experiences online. Clinicians, policy makers, and parents need [...]
Internet use among Ugandan Adolescents: Implications for HIV intervention
The Internet is fast gaining recognition as a powerful, low-cost method to deliver health intervention and prevention programs to large numbers of young people across diverse geographic regions. The feasibility and accessibility of Internet-based health interventions in resource-limited settings, where cost-effective interventions are most needed, is unknown. To determine the utility of developing technology-based interventions in resource-limited settings, availability and patterns of usage of the Internet first need to be assessed.
Read This »Online “predators” and their victims: Myths, realities, and implications for prevention and treatment
Wolak, J., Finkelhor, D., Mitchell, K.J, &Ybarra M.L. (2008). Online “predators” and their victims: Myths, realities, and implications for prevention and treatment. American Psychologist, 63(2),111-28.
Abstract: The publicity about online “predators” who prey on naive children using trickery and violence is largely inaccurate. Internet sex crimes involving adults and juveniles more often fit a model of [...]
Internet prevention messages. Targeting the right online behaviors
Ybarra, M.L., Mitchell, K.J., Wolak, J., & Finkelhor, D. (2007). Internet prevention messages. Targeting the right online behaviors. Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, 161, 138-145.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Internet safety programs urge youth to avoid sharing personal information and talking with “strangers” online. OBJECTIVE: To examine whether sharing personal information and talking with strangers online or [...]
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