Honors Theses and Capstones
Date Completed
Spring 2026
Abstract
Multidisciplinary analysis, including biology, psychology, and sociology, to better understand the compulsory Hookup Culture that exists as a contemporary public health concern among the age group defined as emerging adults. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) diagnoses are steadily rising in the United States and disproportionately affecting college students. Early socialization and current educational resources that contribute to shame and stigma are discussed to explain how lifestyle and social conditions can act as risk factors for individual health outcomes.
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
First Advisor
Nena Stracuzzi
College or School
COLSA
Department or Program
Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences; Sociology
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Recommended Citation
Benjamin, Catherine, "Exploring Biopsychosocial Influences on Hookup Culture and Disrupting Compulsory Behaviors in Emerging Adults: A Multidisciplinary Analysis of a Contemporary Public Health Concern" (2026). Honors Theses and Capstones. 947.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/947
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