Condom Attitudes of Heterosexual Men Ages 50 and Older Using Prescribed Drugs (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra) to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 504-515 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sande Gracia Jones ◽  
Eric A. Fenkl ◽  
Carol A. (“Pat”) Patsdaughter ◽  
Katherine Chadwell
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Sexual Experience ◽  
Safer Sex ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Heterosexual Men ◽  
Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitor ◽  
Younger Men

The purpose of this study was to explore attitudes about condoms that may affect condom use by heterosexual men ages 50 and older who were sexually active and currently using prescribed oral phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor medications (Viagra®, Cialis®, or Levitra®) for treatment of erectile dysfunction. The study was part of a larger study that explored the need for safer-sex health promotion and education for these men. Fifty men completed factor subscales of the Condom Attitude Scale. Subscales were scored and analyzed. Positive factors were found with regard to the Interpersonal Impact, Inhibition, Perceived Risk, Perceived Seriousness, and Global Attitudes subscales. Factors with negative or neutral responses included the Effect on Sexual Experience, Relationship Safety, and Promiscuity subscales. Independent t tests revealed no differences between married and nonmarried men for the mean score on any of the subscales, but there was a difference on the Global Attitude Scale, with younger men having a more positive global attitude than older men. Study findings can be used in the development of health promotion educational activities on condom use as a safer-sex practice.

Age differences in attitudes toward safer sex practices in heterosexual men using an Australian Internet dating service

Sexual Health ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Cheng ◽  
Kevin McGeechan ◽  
Deborah Bateson ◽  
Todd Ritter ◽  
Edith Weisberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Safer Sex ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Heterosexual Men ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Internet Dating ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Younger Men

Background This cross-sectional study investigated sexually transmissible infection (STI) knowledge, safer sex attitudes and behaviours of sexually active, heterosexual men using an Internet dating service, and explored factors associated with protective attitudes. Methods: An anonymous online survey was sent to men who had logged onto an Internet dating service within the previous year. Factors associated with discussing STIs before sex and condom use intention with a new partner were analysed. Results: In total, 2339 responses were analysed. Men had lower STI knowledge scores, lower use of condoms and greater beliefs that condoms reduced interest in sex as age increased. Younger men (aged 18–29 years) were more likely to report intentions of only having sex with a new partner if a condom was used compared with older men aged over 60 years. Predictors of having a discussion about STIs with a new partner were older age, better knowledge of STIs, greater distress at a potential diagnosis of an STI and stronger future condom use intention. Intention to only have sex with a new female partner if a condom was used was associated with higher STI knowledge, discussing STIs with a new partner and distress at a diagnosis of an STI. Men with a higher number of sexual partners in the last year were less likely to have an STI discussion with new partners or intend to use a condom with a new partner. Conclusions: Older Internet-dating, heterosexual men are vulnerable to STIs. Health promotion interventions to increase STI awareness, condom use and STI testing in older men are warranted.

scholarly journals Influence of HIV positive status on sexual behavior among males

1998 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 503-513 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elvira M. Ventura-Filipe ◽  
Stan P. Newman
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Risky Sexual Behavior ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Safer Sex ◽  
Lower Proportion ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
Unsafe Sex ◽  
Male Partners ◽  
High Level

OBJECTIVE: To compare HIV seronegative (HIV-) and HIV seropositive (HIV+) males in terms of sexual behavior with female and male partners of different types. METHOD: Cross-sectional study. From August 1994 to February 1995, a sample of 236 respondents (150 HIV- and 86 HIV+) recruited from public health centers in the State of S. Paulo (Brazil), answered a questionnaire, including questions on demographic aspects, HIV and AIDS related knowledge, sexual orientation, use of alcohol and other drugs, sexual behavior with regular and casual female and male partners, and perceived risk of HIV infection. Sexual behavior with regular and casual female and male partners within the previous three months, was investigated. RESULTS: A lower proportion of HIV+ engaged in sexual contact with regular female partners (p < .01) and in vaginal intercourse with this type of partner (p < .01). A lower proportion of HIV+ engaged in overall sexual activity (p < .001) and reported lower frequency of penetrative sexual practices (p < .05). A high level of condom use with female and male partners was identified with no significant differences being found between the two serostatus groups. Some risky sexual behavior was identified, however, especially with regular partners, suggesting that some men were continuing to practice unsafe sex. CONCLUSIONS: The high level of condom use identified suggests that safer sex advice has been taken up. Condom use was not universal, however, and some men continue to place themselves at risk, especially with regular partners. Prevention programs should strive not only to encourage HIV- to practice safer sex, but also to encourage HIV+ to do so in order to prevent further transmission of the virus.

scholarly journals The use of the Multidimensional Condom Attitude Scale in Chinese young adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Edmond Pui Hang Choi ◽  
Daniel Yee Tak Fong ◽  
Janet Yuen Ha Wong
Keyword(s):  
Los Angeles ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Sexual Experience ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Internal Construct Validity

Abstract Background Attitude towards condom use is an important predictor of consistent condom use. However, this topic is an understudied area in Chinese populations, and no validated Chinese instrument is available to capture condom attitude. To fill this research gap, the present study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Multidimensional Condom Attitudes Scale (MCAS) and assessed the attitudes towards condom use amongst Chinese adults aged 18–29 years old. Methods In this cross-sectional study, a total of 500 people aged 18–29 years old were randomly recruited in Hong Kong. The primary outcome was the attitude towards condom use as measured by the UCLA MCAS. Factor structure, internal construct validity, known-group validity and internal consistency were assessed. Results Instead of the five-factor structure designed by the original developers of the MCAS questionnaire, this study proposed a novel six-factor scale: (1) Reliability and Effectiveness, (2) Excitement, (3) Displeasure, (4) Identity Stigma, (5) Embarrassment about Negotiation and (6) Embarrassment about Purchase. The internal construct validity and reliability of the new scale were high. The revised MCAS could differentiate between subgroups, including gender, sexual orientation and sexual experience. In terms of attitudes, over 40% of the participants believed that condoms are not reliable, though the vast majority of the sample did not perceive any stigma related to condom use. In addition, more than half (55.4%) of the respondents felt embarrassed to be seen when buying condoms while a quarter (25.8%) felt uncomfortable buying condoms at all. Conclusions Overall, the psychometric analysis found that attitude to condom use is culturally specific. The study also highlighted the need for more public health campaigns and interventions to help people cope with the embarrassment of purchasing condoms.

scholarly journals Sociodemographic and Clinical Profile of Patients Presenting With Erectile Dysfunction: Experience From a Tertiary Care Centre of North India

2021 ◽  
pp. 263183182110311
Author(s):  
Adarsh Tripathi ◽  
Dhirendra Kumar ◽  
Sujita Kumar Kar ◽  
PK Dalal ◽  
Anil Nischal
Keyword(s):  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Nuclear Family ◽  
Sexual Experience ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Clinical Profile ◽  
Sexual Disorders ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Center ◽  
Hamilton Rating Scale

Background: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common psychosexual disorders in clinical practice, and it results in significant distress, interpersonal impairments, poor quality of life, and marital disharmony. However, there is limited research on ED in India. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the sociodemographic and clinical profile of patients presenting with ED. Method: Cross-sectional evaluation of patients with ED presenting to the psychosexual outpatient department (OPD) of psychiatry department in a tertiary care hospital was done on structured clinical pro forma, Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview, International Index of Erectile Function-5, Arizona Sexual Experience, Hamilton rating scale for depression, and Hamilton rating scale for anxiety. Results: The sample included 102 patients. The mean age was 33.38 years. The majority of the patients were married (81.4%), Hindu (82.4%), residing in a rural area (60.8%), and belonging to a nuclear family (62.7%). The majority of the patients had a moderate level of ED (50%) followed by mild-to-moderate ED (26.5%) and severe ED (23.5%). Premature ejaculation (46.1%) and depression (28.4%) were the most common sexual and psychiatric comorbidities. Obesity was common (62.7%), and only a minority had other metabolic dysfunction, namely dyslipidemia (7.8%), diabetes (5.9%), and hypertension (4.9%). Tobacco dependence and alcohol dependence were present in 37.3% and 6.9% cases, respectively. Conclusion: Young adults with moderate-to-severe ED were present for treatment at a tertiary center. Comorbidities of other sexual disorders, psychiatric disorders, and substance use are commonly encountered in such patients. Promotion of early help-seeking should be encouraged. Clinicians should thoroughly assess even the young patients for other sexual, psychiatric, and medical comorbidities.

scholarly journals The blue pill (sildenafil) and its descendants: an overview

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 129-133
Author(s):  
Tomasz Krzanowski ◽  
Lila Dabkowska ◽  
Monika Wujec ◽  
Ewa Kedzierska
Keyword(s):  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Current Medical ◽  
Medication Treatment ◽  
Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitor ◽  
Sexuality Study ◽  
The World ◽  
Severity Of The Disease ◽  
Phosphodiesterase Type ◽  
Medical Guidelines ◽  
Active Substances

AbstractAn increasing number of men around the world suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED). Indeed, according to the sexuality study conducted by Professor Izdebski, 1 out of 10 men in Poland suffers from ED. The problem is found among men of any age, however, 60% of all patients are between 40 and 60 years old, thus in their prime, and who still want to fully enjoy life. Not only do the effects of ED affect a man, but they have influence on his relationship and partner as well. In spite of a growing awareness within society, the problem remains perceived as embarrassing, which leads patients to treat themselves on their own, delaying a visit to their doctors. Meanwhile, in many cases, ED may be the first symptom of more serious diseases, such as diabetes, or result from the sideeffects of applied drugs. A breakthrough in the oral medication treatment of ED was observed when a new phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor (PDE-5-inhibitor) - sildenafil citrate (Viagra®) - was introduced. Nowadays, 5 active substances from this group are being applied. The current medical guidelines recommend PDE-5 inhibitors as the firstline therapy for most men with ED, irrespective of the cause and severity of the disease. Recently, sildenafil at the dose of 25 mg came into the market without prescription. This paper presents an overview and update of the PDE-5 inhibitors.

A dyadic approach to understanding safer sex behavior in intimate heterosexual relationships

2019 ◽  
pp. 135910531987395 ◽  
Author(s):  
Corey Isaacs ◽  
Shayna Skakoon-Sparling ◽  
Taylor Kohut ◽  
William A Fisher
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Safer Sex ◽  
Sex Behavior ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Heterosexual Relationships ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Condom Use Intentions ◽  
The Individual

This study applied a dyadic approach to condom-use research. Partners from 124 heterosexual couples independently completed a questionnaire assessing condom-related attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, and intentions to use condoms. Results demonstrate the superiority of a dyadic approach to understanding couples’ condom-use intentions and behavior over traditional, individual-level approaches. The addition of partner effects to the model, via the actor–partner interdependence model, resulted in an increase in the variance accounted for in condom-use intentions and this dyadic model showed better fit compared to the individual-level model. The results suggest that consideration of relationship partners plays an important role in the prediction of safer sex intentions.

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