Factors associated with condom use in vaginal intercourse among Spanish adults with intellectual disability: Proposal for an explanatory model

Abstract In Cameroon, two-fifths of the population is between the age of 15 and 24. Adolescents and youths are an important social group for the development of the country and the realization of the demographic dividend. The promotion of sexual and reproductive health will enable youth to transform their potential into development. This study aimed to identify the determinants of condom use at last sexual intercourse among single youths, highlight gender differences in the factors associated with condom use and identify the characteristics of youths who were less likely to use condoms. Data were taken from the 2018 Cameroon Demographic and Health Survey. The study sample comprised 1464 single females and 989 single males age 15–24. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to test the study hypotheses. Overall, 51% of the female and 66% of the male youths reported using condoms at last sexual intercourse. For both sexes, the protective factor was not having children. Among the females, belonging to the Bamileke or Mbo ethnic groups and delaying first sexual intercourse were also protective, while working in the modern or service sectors was the main risk factor. Among male youths, residing in households whose heads had a higher educational level was protective and household poverty was the main risk factor. These findings support Cameroon’s multi-sectoral approach to HIV/AIDS prevention among youths, and emphasize the importance of involving parents, teachers and youths in prevention strategies.

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Exploring Condom Use Behaviors Among African American Adolescent Boys in the Deep South

American Journal of Men s Health ◽

10.1177/15579883211009039 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (2) ◽

pp. 155798832110090

Author(s):

Jessica Thames Chambliss ◽

Retta Evans ◽

Anneliese Bolland ◽

Martha S. Wingate ◽

John M. Bolland

Keyword(s):

African American ◽

Condom Use ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Unplanned Pregnancy ◽

The United States ◽

Deep South ◽

Adolescent Boys ◽

African American Adolescent ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Increased Risk

Risky sexual behaviors among adolescents can increase adverse outcomes including unplanned pregnancy or contraction or transmission of disease. Adolescents who engage in risky sexual activities are at increased risk for adverse health and social outcomes compared to those who do not engage. Despite declines in adolescent pregnancy and birth rates, the diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is steadily increasing among adolescents. Moreover, African American adolescent boys in the United States, specifically in the southeastern region are disproportionally at greater risk for STIs, and STI diagnosis within this population has increased over time, compared to their white counterparts. This study sought to identify factors associated with condom use among adolescent boys in the Deep South. Using data from the Mobile Youth Survey, a longitudinal adolescent community-based survey, this study assessed the relationship between personal, behavioral, and environmental factors and condom use among African American adolescent boys (14–19 years). Younger participants (14–15 and 16–17) were more likely to use a condom during the last sexual intercourse compared to older participants (18–19 years). High positive attachment to boy/girlfriend was associated with increased condom use. The number of sexual partners, age at their first sexual encounter, recent sexual behavior, and having an STI were also associated with increased condom use among participants. The study provides further insights into factors associated with condom use among African American adolescent boys and results can inform the development of sexual health interventions.

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Knowledge of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Factors Associated with Condom Use Among Adolescents in Northeast Brazil

Journal of Tropical Pediatrics ◽

10.1093/tropej/fmr074 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 58 (3) ◽

pp. 220-225 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

T. M. d. S. Marinho ◽

A. I. Souza ◽

A. L. C. G. Ferreira ◽

E. C. Fernandes ◽

J. E. Cabral-Filho

Keyword(s):

Condom Use ◽

Aids Prevention ◽

Northeast Brazil ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Hiv Aids

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Prevalence of and Factors Associated With Extramarital Sex Among Nigerian Men

American Journal of Men s Health ◽

10.1177/1557988308330772 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 124-134 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Kola Oyediran ◽

Uche C. Isiugo-Abanihe ◽

Bamikale J. Feyisetan ◽

Gbenga P. Ishola

Keyword(s):

Hiv Infection ◽

Condom Use ◽

Sexual Debut ◽

Married Couples ◽

Consistent Condom ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Extramarital Sex ◽

Study Results ◽

The Family ◽

Gender Based

This study used data on currently married and cohabiting men aged 15 to 64 years from the 2003 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey to examine the prevalence of and factors associated with extramarital sex. The results show that 16% engaged in extramarital sex in the 12 months preceding the survey and had an average of 1.82 partners. The results also show statistically significant association between extramarital sex and ethnicity, religion, age, age at sexual debut, education, occupation, and place of residence. Based on the study results, it could be concluded that significant proportions of Nigerians are exposed to HIV infection through extramarital sex. A fundamental behavioral change expected in the era of HIV/AIDS is the inculcation of marital fidelity and emotional bonding between marital partners. The promotion of condom use among married couples should be intensified to protect women, a large number of whom are exposed to HIV infection from their spouses who engage in unprotected extramarital sex. And, because of gender-based power imbalances within the family, a large number of the women are unable to negotiate consistent condom use by their partners.

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Sex with sweethearts: Exploring factors associated with inconsistent condom use among unmarried female entertainment workers in Cambodia

BMC Infectious Diseases ◽

10.1186/s12879-016-2101-2 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 17 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Siyan Yi ◽

Sovannary Tuot ◽

Pheak Chhoun ◽

Khuondyla Pal ◽

Chanrith Ngin ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Condom Use ◽

Inconsistent Condom ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Female Entertainment Workers ◽

Inconsistent Condom Use

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Applying the Behavioral Model for Vulnerable Populations to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Initiation Among Women Who Inject Drugs

AIDS Education and Prevention ◽

10.1521/aeap.2020.32.6.486 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 32 (6) ◽

pp. 486-492

Author(s):

Marisa Felsher ◽

Scarlett Bellamy ◽

Brogan Piecara ◽

Barbara Van Der Pol ◽

Rose Laurano ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Condom Use ◽

Vulnerable Populations ◽

Behavioral Model ◽

Chi Square ◽

Inconsistent Condom ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Women Who Inject Drugs ◽

Exposure Prophylaxis ◽

Gender Specific ◽

Inconsistent Condom Use

This study used Behavioral Model for Vulnerable Populations (BMVP) to identify factors associated with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) initiation among women who inject drugs (WWID) when PrEP was offered at a syringe services program (SSP). Participants (n = 89) were WWID, $ge18 years, and eligible for PrEP. Most (69) initiated PrEP. Chi square and t tests were used to identify bivariate relationships between BMVP factors and PrEP initiation. A greater proportion of PrEP initiators (compared to non-initiators) reported sexual assault, frequent SSP attendance, earning $ge$5,000 annually and inconsistent condom use. Findings can inform the development of gender-specific strategies to promote PrEP among WWID.

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Individual and contextual factors associated with sexual initiation among adolescents

Psicologia: Reflexão e Crítica ◽

10.1186/s41155-019-0138-z ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 32 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Milene Fontana Furlanetto ◽

Dienifer Mattos Ghedin ◽

Tonantzin Ribeiro Gonçalves ◽

Angela Helena Marin

Keyword(s):

Public Schools ◽

Condom Use ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Contextual Factors ◽

Sexual Initiation ◽

Family Characteristics ◽

Metropolitan Region ◽

Inconsistent Condom ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Inconsistent Condom Use

AbstractAdolescent sexual practices have been widely investigated as experiences that pose potential risks for health. The present study, therefore, aimed to investigate individual and contextual factors associated with sexual initiation, sexual activity before the age of 15 years, and inconsistent condom use. A total of 253 adolescents aged 11 to 18 years, from public schools in the capital and metropolitan region of Rio Grande do Sul, were interviewed. They answered a questionnaire covering sociodemographic data and sexual behaviors and completed the Perception of Family Support Inventory. The data were analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics and it was verified that both individual (higher level of education, school repetition, and use of licit and illicit substances) and contextual factors (perception of less affective-consistent support and greater autonomy from the family) were related to sexual initiation among adolescents. The associations found for the groups with sexual initiation before and after 15 years of age were similar, indicating that age did not increase the exposure to risks. Inconsistent condom use was related to the use of tobacco and other drugs. Taken together, the results indicated the co-occurrence of risk behaviors, such as sexual risks and substance abuse, as well as highlighting some family characteristics as protective factors.

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Consistent Use of Condom and Associated Factors Among Sero-discordant Couples in Northeast Ethiopia, 2020: Qualitative Design Embedded

10.21203/rs.3.rs-62963/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Wolde Melese Ayele ◽

Tesfaye Birhane Tegegne ◽

Yitayish Damite ◽

Muluken Genetu Chane ◽

Asnakew Molla

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Condom Use ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Consistent Condom ◽

Consistent Condom Use ◽

Serodiscordant Couples ◽

Qualitative Design ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Northeast Ethiopia ◽

Discordant Couples

Abstract Background: Despite significant progress over the past decades to reduce transmission, HIV is continuing a public health problem. Although, consistent condom use has paramount help in reducing HIV transmission, its prevalence, and associated factors are not well studied. Therefore, this study was aimed to assess the proportion and factors associated with condom use among discordant couples in Northeast Ethiopia.Methods: An institution-based cross-sectional study by embedding qualitative design was conducted from October 1 2019 to June 2020. A total of 417 HIV discordant couples were included. A pre-tested structured and interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect the quantitative data. An interview guide unstructured questions were used to collect qualitative data. Binary logistic regression was employed to identify factors associated with the outcome variable. Variable those that had a P-value less than 0.05 in multivariable logistic regression were considered as statistical predictors of condom use. Results: A total of 401 HIV serodiscordant couples were participated, making a 94.8% response rate. The proportion of consistent condom use was 58.4%(95%CI: 53.1-63.1%). Unmarried partners AOR=0.44(95%CI: 0.229-0.877), students and employees AOR=0.33(95%CI 0.130-0.846), AOR=0.39(95%CI: 0.165-0.939) respectively, couples live together AOR=1.86(95%CI: 1.197-2.195), receiving counseling about condom use AOR=1.90(95%CI: 1.182-3.076), and knowledgeable participants AOR=1.61(95%CI: 1.031-2.525) were the independent predictors of consistent condom use. Conclusions: Despite its importance, the proportion of consistent condom use among serodiscordant couples was significantly low. Therefore, planners, policymakers, and health care practitioners should consider the aforementioned factors to improve consistent condom use. Also, special intervention on students and employees should be started. The authors recommend the researcher to quantify the new variable explored by qualitative design. Therefore, these results have high importance in designing tailored intervention method.

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