A Qualitative Assessment of Internal Factors for Tattooing Among College Students

Authors

Luke M. Tse, Cedarville UniversityFollow
Michael W. Firmin, Cedarville UniversityFollow
T. Angelini
J. Foster

Document Type

Poster Session

Event Date

5-28-2006

Conference/Event

18^th Annual Convention of the Association for Psychological Science

Location

New York, NY

Abstract

This empirical study utilized rigorous, qualitative methodology, appraising internal factors students utilized regarding tattoo decision-making. Results showed evidence of intrinsic value, symbolism, memorials, and reminders. Additionally, students in our sample expressed no second thoughts or regrets—but rather spoke of possible future tattooing, with some suggesting addiction-behavior potential.

Keywords

Tattooing, college students

Recommended Citation

Tse, L., Firmin, M., Angelini, T., & Foster, J. (2006, May). A qualitative assessment of internal factors for tattooing among college students. Poster session presented at the 18th Annual Convention of the Association for Psychological Science, New York, NY.