Sexual health: An overview of contraceptive methods for young people

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 271-276
Author(s):  
Deborah Louise Duncan
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Teenage Pregnancy ◽  
Emergency Contraception ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Younger Women ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Insufficient Knowledge

Rates of teenage pregnancy and sexually diseases in the UK are high compared to other Western European countries ( Avery and Lazdane, 2008 ). School nurses are key contributors to sexual health education in the UK in younger women due to their access to the school-age population ( Wainwright et al, 2000 ). Research has suggested, however, that although their general knowledge of the topic was adequate, school nurses have insufficient knowledge to effectively teach about some topics such as sexually transmitted infections or emergency contraception (EC) ( Westwood and Mullan, 2007 ). School nurses can play an important role in providing EC to adolescents by streamline accessibility and distribution of EC, while maintaining adolescent privacy ( Lindberg, 2003 ). Certainly, they can have a subtantial role in promoting sexual health services.

Gynaecology and genitourinary medicine

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin Hayes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Teenage Pregnancy ◽  
Full Spectrum ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Improve Access

Gynaecological practices are changing constantly, with more emphasis on management in primary care, conservative, rather than surgical, management of conditions, and an increase in sub-specialization such as gynaecological oncology and urogynaecology. This chapter reflects these changes and covers the commonest areas in this interesting field. Sexual health is a specialty in its own right. The number of cases of sexually transmitted infections are rising in the UK, despite efforts to raise awareness of safe sex, so knowledge of their presentations is important. The UK also has the highest rate of teenage pregnancy in Europe, and the Government has set targets to improve access to contraceptive advice for women. In recent years, astounding advances have been made in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, and people with HIV can now expect to have a much better quality of life. Although this chapter primarily focuses on diseases affecting women, we have included questions on the sexual health of men to represent the full spectrum of sexual health practice.

Schools

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
India D. Rose ◽  
Daniela B. Friedman
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Integral Role ◽  
And Gender

Sexual and gender minority (SGM) youth are at disproportionate risk for HIV. Schools play an integral role in educating young people about sexual health in addition to providing sexual health services. This qualitative study examined SGM youths’ perception of school sexual health education and services. A total of 42 self-identified African American SGM males participated in focus groups or in an in-depth interview. Qualitative findings revealed that schools are missing the opportunity to educate SGM youth about sexual health. Youth participants noted several barriers to accessing sexual health education and services at schools including limited, targeted health information and school nurses not being knowledgeable of health issues that impact SGM youth. Participants noted that school sexual health services are not adequately marketed to students and sometimes do not include testing for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Suggestions for future research and implications for school nurses and sexual health services are discussed.

Knowledge of School Nurses in the U.K. Regarding Sexual Health Education

2006 ◽  
Vol 22 (6) ◽  
pp. 352-357 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jo Westwood ◽  
Barbara Mullan
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Health Strategy

In the U.K., a current government health strategy indicates that school nurses should be key contributors to sexual health education because they have access to the school-age population. However, there appears to be little research that investigates whether school nurses are the most appropriate health care professionals or indeed have sufficient knowledge to contribute to this topic in the schools. The purpose of this study was to examine the sexual health knowledge of school nurses, using a survey to assess school nurses employed in a large central region of the U.K. The results suggest that although their general knowledge of the topic was adequate, school nurses have insufficient knowledge to effectively teach about sexually transmitted infections or emergency contraception. This has implications for school nursing because it appears that school nurses may have inadequate knowledge about sexual health to contribute to sex education in schools.

scholarly journals Implications for school nurses using simulator dolls to manage unplanned teen pregnancy

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 177-188
Author(s):  
Humaira Hussain ◽  
Julie Jomeen ◽  
Mark Hayter ◽  
Ritah Tweheyo
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Teen Pregnancy ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
High Fidelity ◽  
Relationship Education ◽  
Parenting Skills ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
School Students ◽  
Study Evaluation ◽  
Creative Pedagogy

Background: School nurses are key professionals in the promotion of sexual and reproductive health. Aim: The aim of this study is to explore teenagers' perceptions of their practical parenting skills and their attitudes toward experiential learning through the use of high fidelity baby simulators. Methods: Virtual baby simulator dolls were used as part of sex and relationship education with school students (aged 15–16 years) to look after over a weekend. Students were recruited from a UK academy and completed a diary of their experiences while parenting, received quantitative feedback simulator reports and completed a post-study evaluation questionnaire. Findings: Students saw the virtual baby project as beneficial and important in schools and perceived an improvement in their understanding of practical parenting skills, sexual health and contraception. Conclusion: The implications of this paper are toward involving school nurses more actively in sexual health education in schools via the use of high-fidelity simulators as creative pedagogy in PSHE.

The Contraceptive Needs for STD Protection Among Women in Jail

2010 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 568-579 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista Oswalt ◽  
Galen J. Hale ◽  
Karen L. Cropsey ◽  
Gabriella C. Villalobos ◽  
Sara E. Ivey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Racial Differences ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
Sexual Partners ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Effective Contraceptive

We assessed the contraceptive needs of women in jails and their sexually transmitted disease (STD) history and risk to determine effective contraceptive methods for this population. A survey of demographics, sexual health, contraceptive use, and preferred method of contraception was completed by participants recruited at jails in a medium-sized metropolitan area. Results from 188 women indicated high rates of STDs, inconsistent contraceptive use, and use of unreliable and user-dependent contraception methods. Intended contraceptive use following release varied depending on women’s ability to bear children. Women planning to use condoms after release were more likely to have had an STD and more sexual partners than were women not planning to use condoms. Racial differences were found for participants’ sexual health and contraception histories. These women were at high risk for STDs and appeared to need education about contraception methods. Therefore, they might benefit from education on safe sex practices provided prior to release.

“Let’s Talk About: Sex”: development, pilot and evaluation of a positive sexual-health education group for individuals within secure ID settings

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Ashworth ◽  
Hannah Carton
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sex Development ◽  
Education Group ◽  
Qualitative Feedback ◽  
The Uk

Purpose There is a dearth of positive, proactive, sexual-health education programmes available for individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDs). This paper aims to provide an overview of the development, pilot and evaluation of a programme aimed at increasing awareness of the intricacies and risks of sexual health, intercourse and relationships. This programme covers relevant topics in a non-judgemental, informative and supportive approach. Design/methodology/approach A pre-post comparison within-group design was used (N = 14). The programme was run separately across three in-patient ID secure services within the UK and lasted for 16 weeks. The measure used to explore change was the sexual attitudes and knowledge questionnaire (SAK; Heighway and Webster, 2007). Findings Scores indicated improvement across all sub-factors as measured by the SAK, although no results reached statistical significance using Wilcoxon signed rank tests. Qualitative feedback indicated the benefits of this programme in relation to participants’ increased knowledge and confidence. Results have been discussed in terms of both the statistical analysis and clinical implication. Originality/value Results have been discussed in terms of statistical analysis and clinical implications with the aim of clinicians considering the programme’s application and utility within various clinical contexts. Additionally, gaining insight into the process of programme development and refinement, including future directions.

scholarly journals The Current Situation and Issues of Sexual Health Education by School Nurses in Muntinlupa City, Philippines

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 185-192
Author(s):  
Yuko Tanaka ◽  
Geraldine Ordonez Araullo ◽  
Maria Teresa Tuliao ◽  
Tadashi Yamashita ◽  
Kikuko Okuda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Current Situation ◽  
Sexual Health Education
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