Gregory Zimet

Summary

Affiliation: Indiana University
Country: USA

Publications

  1. ncbi Chapter 24: Psychosocial aspects of vaccine acceptability
    Gregory D Zimet
    Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, 575 N West Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Vaccine 24:S3/201-9. 2006
  2. ncbi Perceptions of parents seeking an experimental herpes simplex vaccine for their adolescent and preadolescent daughters
    Sandra L Fowler
    Division of Infectious Diseases, Medical University of South Carolina Children s Hospital, Charleston, SC 29425, USA
    Pediatr Infect Dis J 25:747-8. 2006
  3. ncbi Dyadic alcohol use and relationship quality as predictors of condom non-use among adolescent females
    Stacey E Woodrome
    Department of Psychology, Purdue University School of Science, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
    J Adolesc Health 38:305-6. 2006
  4. ncbi Understanding and overcoming barriers to human papillomavirus vaccine acceptance
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
    Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol 18:s23-8. 2006
  5. ncbi Improving adolescent health: focus on HPV vaccine acceptance
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    J Adolesc Health 37:S17-23. 2005
  6. ncbi Predictors of STI vaccine acceptability among parents and their adolescent children
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 5205, USA
    J Adolesc Health 37:179-86. 2005
  7. ncbi Parental attitudes about sexually transmitted infection vaccination for their adolescent children
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202, USA
    Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 159:132-7. 2005
  8. ncbi Factors predicting the acceptance of herpes simplex virus type 2 antibody testing among adolescents and young adults
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 31:665-9. 2004
  9. ncbi Appropriate use of cervical cancer vaccine
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    Annu Rev Med 59:223-36. 2008
  10. ncbi Predictors of first and second dose acceptance of hepatitis B vaccine among STD clinic patients
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Int J STD AIDS 19:246-50. 2008

Research Grants

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Publications34

  1. ncbi Chapter 24: Psychosocial aspects of vaccine acceptability
    Gregory D Zimet
    Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, 575 N West Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Vaccine 24:S3/201-9. 2006
    ..Most research studies have come out of the United States and other English-speaking industrialized countries. More psychosocial research regarding HPV vaccination is therefore needed from developing countries...
  2. ncbi Perceptions of parents seeking an experimental herpes simplex vaccine for their adolescent and preadolescent daughters
    Sandra L Fowler
    Division of Infectious Diseases, Medical University of South Carolina Children s Hospital, Charleston, SC 29425, USA
    Pediatr Infect Dis J 25:747-8. 2006
    ..A belief among some that the vaccine might promote sexual activity did not prevent them from seeking protection for their daughters...
  3. ncbi Dyadic alcohol use and relationship quality as predictors of condom non-use among adolescent females
    Stacey E Woodrome
    Department of Psychology, Purdue University School of Science, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
    J Adolesc Health 38:305-6. 2006
    ..Both variables were significant independent predictors of condom non-use. These results suggest that both the individual's and her partner's behaviors should be taken into consideration in research and clinical practice...
  4. ncbi Understanding and overcoming barriers to human papillomavirus vaccine acceptance
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
    Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol 18:s23-8. 2006
    ..This article will review some of the potential barriers to HPV Vaccine acceptance, with a particular focus on factors relevant to female patients, parents, and health care providers...
  5. ncbi Improving adolescent health: focus on HPV vaccine acceptance
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    J Adolesc Health 37:S17-23. 2005
    ....
  6. ncbi Predictors of STI vaccine acceptability among parents and their adolescent children
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 5205, USA
    J Adolesc Health 37:179-86. 2005
    ..To identify attitudes and behavioral factors associated with parental intent to vaccinate their adolescent children against sexually transmitted infections (STI) and adolescent intent to accept vaccination for the prevention of STI...
  7. ncbi Parental attitudes about sexually transmitted infection vaccination for their adolescent children
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202, USA
    Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 159:132-7. 2005
    ....
  8. ncbi Factors predicting the acceptance of herpes simplex virus type 2 antibody testing among adolescents and young adults
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 31:665-9. 2004
    ..The rates and determinants of acceptance of herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) testing have not been adequately studied...
  9. ncbi Appropriate use of cervical cancer vaccine
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    Annu Rev Med 59:223-36. 2008
    ....
  10. ncbi Predictors of first and second dose acceptance of hepatitis B vaccine among STD clinic patients
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Int J STD AIDS 19:246-50. 2008
    ..Interventions designed to modify health beliefs may increase first dose uptake. Increases in receipt of subsequent vaccine doses might best be accomplished through approaches designed to decrease pragmatic barriers to vaccine access...
  11. ncbi HPV vaccine and males: issues and challenges
    Gregory D Zimet
    Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Health Information and Translational Sciences, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Gynecol Oncol 117:S26-31. 2010
    ..Regardless of vaccination strategies adopted, efforts should be made to educate males about HPV and its health implications. In addition, there are more challenges to overcome before male vaccination can be successfully implemented...
  12. ncbi Reasons for non-vaccination against HPV and future vaccination intentions among 19-26 year-old women
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, 410 W, 10th Street, HS 1001, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    BMC Womens Health 10:27. 2010
    ..The purpose of this study was to better understand reasons for non-vaccination among insured 19-26 year-old women and to evaluate future vaccination intentions...
  13. ncbi Influence of patient's relationship status and HPV history on physicians' decisions to recommend HPV vaccination
    Gregory D Zimet
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, 410 W 10th Street, HS 1001, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Vaccine 29:378-81. 2011
    ..Despite epidemiologic evidence that women in long-term relationships remain at risk for HPV infection, physicians gave them lower priority for vaccination...
  14. ncbi Acceptance of hepatitis B vaccination among adult patients with sexually transmitted diseases
    G D Zimet
    Section of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 28:678-80. 2001
    ..Acceptance of HBV vaccine among patients attending an STD clinic was examined...
  15. ncbi Human papillomavirus, genital warts, Pap smears, and cervical cancer: knowledge and beliefs of adolescent and adult women
    R M Mays
    Schools of Nursing and Medicine, Indiana University, 1111 Middle Drive, NU 433, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Health Care Women Int 21:361-74. 2000
    ....
  16. ncbi Future chlamydia screening preferences of men attending a sexually transmissible infection clinic
    Alexis Roth
    Departments of Pediatrics and Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, 410 W 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    Sex Health 8:419-26. 2011
    ..This formative study explored the features of a sexually transmissible infection (STI) control program that would encourage annual testing among men...
  17. ncbi Parental beliefs and decision making about child and adolescent immunization: from polio to sexually transmitted infections
    Lynne A Sturm
    Riley Child Development Center, School of Medicine, Indiana University, Indianapolis 46202 5200, USA
    J Dev Behav Pediatr 26:441-52. 2005
    ..g., omission bias, protected values, framing of information). Last, promising directions for research and suggestions for clinical practice are presented...
  18. ncbi Self-esteem as a predictor of initiation of coitus in early adolescents
    Jennifer M Spencer
    Hamilton Center Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
    Pediatrics 109:581-4. 2002
    ..CONCLUSIONS: Self-esteem, regardless of pubertal status, predicted coitus transition differentially in boys and girls. Results from this longitudinal study seem to fit within traditional problem behavior theory...
  19. ncbi Reports of childhood sexual abuse by adolescents and young adults: stability over time
    Matthew C Aalsma
    Section of Adolescent Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, 575 N West Dr, Rm 070, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
    J Sex Res 39:259-63. 2002
    ..In sum, adolescent CSA reporting was quite inconsistent over time. Using multi-item scales and assessing CSA at two time points enhances accuracy of reporting...
  20. ncbi Parental perspectives on vaccinating children against sexually transmitted infections
    Rose M Mays
    Department of Family Health, School of Nursing, Indiana University, 1111 Middle Drive, NU 235, Indianapolis, IN 46202 5107, USA
    Soc Sci Med 58:1405-13. 2004
    ..Most parents thought they should be the decision-maker regarding children receiving an STI vaccine. Results from this study will be used to plan subsequent investigations of the determinants of STI vaccine acceptance by parents...
  21. ncbi Uptake of HPV vaccine: demographics, sexual history and values, parenting style, and vaccine attitudes
    Susan L Rosenthal
    Department of Pediatrics and Sealy Center for Vaccine Development, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas 77555 0319, USA
    J Adolesc Health 43:239-45. 2008
    ..To examine the relationships of demographics, parenting, and vaccine attitudes with the acceptance of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine or to the intent to vaccinate in the next 12 months...
  22. ncbi Recommending STI vaccination to parents of adolescents: the attitudes of nurse practitioners
    Rose M Mays
    Department of Family Health, Indiana University School of Nursing, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 31:428-32. 2004
    ..Future successful sexually transmitted infection (STI) vaccine programs will depend on health professionals' readiness to vaccinate adolescents...
  23. ncbi Rates of human papillomavirus vaccination, attitudes about vaccination, and human papillomavirus prevalence in young women
    Jessica A Kahn
    Division of Adolescent Medicine, Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229, USA
    Obstet Gynecol 111:1103-10. 2008
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  24. ncbi Acceptability to Latino parents of sexually transmitted infection vaccination
    Rita M Bair
    Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, USA
    Ambul Pediatr 8:98-103. 2008
    ..To evaluate the acceptability to Latino parents of having their adolescent children vaccinated against sexually transmitted infections, and to identify potential demographic correlates of acceptability...
  25. ncbi The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised recommendations for HIV testing: reactions of women attending community health clinics
    Joe W Burrage
    Indiana University School of Nursing, USA
    J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care 19:66-74. 2008
    ..In general, respondents believed that verbal informed consent for testing as well as provision of HIV-related information before and after testing were crucial...
  26. ncbi Return for results after herpes simplex virus type 2 screening
    J Dennis Fortenberry
    Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 31:655-8. 2004
    ..The objective of this study was to evaluate factors associated with return for results of type-specific herpes simplex virus (HSV) screening...
  27. ncbi Predictors of sexual satisfaction in an adolescent and college population
    Beth A Auslander
    Department of Pediatrics and Sealy Center for Vaccine Development, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX 77555 0319, USA
    J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol 20:25-8. 2007
    ..To assess the degree to which adolescents/young adults are satisfied in their current sexual relationships and to evaluate intrapersonal and interpersonal predictors of sexual satisfaction among that population...
  28. ncbi Predictors of herpes simplex virus type 2 antibody positivity among persons with no history of genital herpes
    Kenneth H Fife
    Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202, USA
    Sex Transm Dis 31:676-81. 2004
    ..The demographic, historical, and behavioral factors that predict a positive herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) antibody test in persons without a history of genital herpes have not been well-defined...
  29. ncbi Pediatricians' intention to administer human papillomavirus vaccine: the role of practice characteristics, knowledge, and attitudes
    Jessica A Kahn
    Division of Adolescent Medicine, Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229, USA
    J Adolesc Health 37:502-10. 2005
    ..The objective of this study was to examine pediatrician characteristics and attitudes associated with intention to recommend two hypothetical human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines...
  30. ncbi Factors that are associated with parental acceptance of human papillomavirus vaccines: a randomized intervention study of written information about HPV
    Amanda F Dempsey
    Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
    Pediatrics 117:1486-93. 2006
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  31. ncbi The HPV vaccine mandate controversy
    Gillian Haber
    J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol 20:325-31. 2007
    ..Long-term side effects of HPV vaccine are unknown; 5. The vaccine's enduring effectiveness is unknown and booster shots may be required; and 6. It is wrong to only target girls with HPV vaccine; boys should be vaccinated as well...
  32. ncbi Factors influencing pediatricians' intention to recommend human papillomavirus vaccines
    Jessica A Kahn
    Division of Adolescent Medicine, Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229, USA
    Ambul Pediatr 7:367-73. 2007
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  33. ncbi Effective strategies for HPV vaccine delivery: the views of pediatricians
    Abbigail M Tissot
    Division of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
    J Adolesc Health 41:119-25. 2007
    ..The objectives of this research were to examine pediatricians' views about key issues related to HPV vaccine delivery and identify their strategies for effective vaccine delivery...
  34. ncbi Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine: a position statement of the Society for Adolescent Medicine
    Lawrence S Friedman
    J Adolesc Health 39:620. 2006

Research Grants10

  1. HIV Testing and Women's Attitudes on HIV Vaccine Trials
    Gregory Zimet; Fiscal Year: 2007
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  2. Interventions to Increase HBV Vaccination in STD Clinics
    Gregory Zimet; Fiscal Year: 2006
    ..The relationships of the interventions, socio-demographics, attitudes and behaviors to the outcome measures will be assessed with multiple logistic regression (MLR) and path analysis via structural equation modeling. ..
  3. HIV Testing and Women's Attitudes on HIV Vaccine Trials
    Gregory D Zimet; Fiscal Year: 2010
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