Results of the empirical studies

Abstract

The results of the empirical studies are presented in the following chapters. The section is divided up into four parts in keeping with the research questions. Chapter 4.1 presents age and gender-related differences and patterns of risk behaviour in adolescence. Next, the role of socio-economic status for adolescent risk behaviour is analysed (chapter 4.2). Chapter 4.3 studies the importance of different social contexts for adolescent risk behaviour as well as their role in the relationship between socio-economic status und risk behaviour. The section closes with an analysis of the potential consequences of adolescent risk behaviour in relation to age, gender and socio-economic status (chapter 4.4). Where applicable, the results are presented for Germany, across countries and over time.