Research to date has shown that college students who have ______ are more likely to avoid high-risk sexual behaviors than other students.

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Strong feelings of self-efficacy, or confidence in one's ability to handle situations, have been shown to be associated with a lower likelihood of engaging in high-risk sexual behaviors. This is likely because individuals who have high self-efficacy are more likely to believe they can use effective communication and negotiate safer sex practices with their partners. Factors such as locus of control, having a relative with AIDS, and IQ have not been consistently linked to high-risk sexual behaviors.

Research to Date Has Shown That College Students Who Have