Risky sexual behavior and associated factors among sexually-active unmarried young female internal migrants working in Burayu Town, Ethiopia

Background Studies revealed that internal migrants are one of the most vulnerable groups for poor sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information and services. Risky sexual behavior (RSB) is a threat to public health and might lead to serious health problems such as unintended pregnancy, abortion, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV/AIDS. The reported prevalence of RSB among young female internal migrants in Ethiopia was as high as 70.3%. This requires in-depth understanding of the underlying cause. So, this study aimed at exploring reasons for RSB among sexually-active unmarried young female migrants in Ethiopia. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted using focus group discussions among sexually-active young female migrants working Burayu town. The focus group discussions were done in the local languages of participants (Afaan Oromo and Amharic). The recorded data were transcribed verbatim and translated into English for analysis and presentation in the study. The data were coded and Atlas.ti 7.5 software packages were used for data analyses. Then, the findings were thematically organized and analyzed using content analysis. Results This study revealed that poor socio-economic status, social media indulgence, rape, substance use, poor knowledge of condom use, unfavorable attitude toward condom use, misconceptions about emergency pills, and the nature of the new environment and work place were responsible for RSB among internal migrants. The participants described that the migrants’ economic conditions and workplace sexual violence are pushing them toward engaging in unprotected sex, being sexually abused, commercial sex, and transactional sex. Conclusions Internal migrants’ sexual behavior is a complex process influenced by multiple interrelating systems. We have explored a set of factors namely poverty, pressure and sexual abuse from brokers, sexual exploitation and abuses against domestic workers by their bosses, indulgence in social media, sexting, inadequate knowledge, and unfavorable attitude toward condom use that led young female internal migrants to risky sexual practices. An intervention to promote safe sex targeted to this population is urgently needed with a focus on an intervention to eliminate misconceptions about condoms, increase proper condom use, and end sexual violence. Moreover, a relevant policy is needed to safeguard internal migrants from sexual exploitation and abuses at their work place.

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Risky Sexual Behavior and Associated Factors Among Sexually-Active Unmarried Young Female Internal Migrants Working in Burayu Town, Ethiopia

10.21203/rs.2.18415/v1 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Ararso Baru ◽

Ikeola A. Adeoye ◽

Adeyemi O. Adekunle

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Sexual Debut ◽

Young Female ◽

Sexual Partners ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Multiple Sexual Partners ◽

Internal Migrants ◽

Study Participants

Abstract Background Young female internal migrants are highly vulnerable to risky sexual behaviors (RSB) which may result in serious health problems such as unintended pregnancy, abortion and sexually transmitted infections including HIV. RSB include early sexual debut (before 18 years), having multiple sexual partners, sex without condom or inconsistent use of condom and sex under influence of substance use. This study aimed to assess the magnitude and the factors associated with RSB among sexually-active unmarried young female internal migrants in Burayu Town, Ethiopia.Methods A cross sectional study design was used for the study. A total of 267 respondents were recruited in to the study using simple random sampling technique. A semi-structured interviewer administered questionnaire was used to obtain information from the study participants. The collected data were cleaned, coded and entered into Epi data version 3.1 and then exported to SPSS Ver.21 for analysis. Multiple logistic regression models were used to indicate the association between dependent and independent variables.Results About 35% of the young female internal migrants had sexual debut before age of 18 years; 64.4% had sex without condom or inconsistently used condom; nearly one quarter of the participants had multiple sexual partners and 29.6% had sex under influence of substance uses. The magnitude of RSB among the study participants was (79.1%). Sexting [AOR 3.47(95%; CI;1.10-11.94)], frequent indulgence of social media [AOR 10.9(95%;CI;2.31-51.89)], feeling of embarrassment to buy condom [AOR 8.28(95%; CI; 2.10-32.62)], unfavorable attitude toward using condom for steady and loving relationship [AOR 5.72(95%; CI; 1.47-22.24)] were related with RSB while self-efficacy [AOR 0.15(95%: CI; 0.04-0.57)] to use condom and perceived risks of getting pregnant [AOR 0.05(95%; CI; 0.01-0.23)] were found to be protective factors.Conclusion The study found high levels of RSB among sexually-active unmarried young female internal migrants. This finding suggests an urgent need of intervention to promote safe sex among this group. Special attention and prompt interventions are needed to promote the use of condom. Moreover, intense efforts should be made to improve awareness on the seriousness of exposure to sexting and judicious use of social media among unmarried female internal migrants.

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Association between socio-economic status and sexual behavior of adolescents

Srpski arhiv za celokupno lekarstvo ◽

10.2298/sarh0706321v ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 135 (5-6) ◽

pp. 321-325 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Dejana Vukovic ◽

Vesna Bjegovic-Mikanovic

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Sexual Behavior ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Economic Status ◽

First Grade ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Lower Socioeconomic Status ◽

Lower Socioeconomic ◽

Self Administered Questionnaire

Introduction: Numerous studies have emphasized the importance of contextual factors as determinants of sexual behavior of adolescents. It has been found that lower socioeconomic status is associated with risky sexual behavior. Sexual behavior is individual but develops under strong influence of cultural and other influences. Objective. The aim of this study was to investigate the association of family?s socioeconomic status and risky sexual behavior of adolescents in Belgrade. Method. Self-administered questionnaire was used in secondary schools in Belgrade, and 1,782 adolescents attending first grade filled the questionnaire. For the analyses of predictors of risky sexual behavior, multiple logistic regression was used. Results. Parents? occupations did not show significant association with any of analyzed behaviors. Adolescents who received weekly disposable money above average were 2.5 times more likely to ever have had sexual intercourse, and if sexually active were more likely to use contraception. Perceived family?s wealth was a significant predictor of ever having sex (OR=1.9; CI 1.2-2.8) and not using contraception (OR=4.3; CI 1.2-15.0). Conclusion. Socioeconomic status is associated with sexual behaviors of adolescents. Fifteen-year olds who perceive their families as wealthier are more likely to ever have had sex and not use any kind of contraception. Adolescents with higher weekly income are more likely to ever have had sex and use contraception than their counterpats with less weekly disposable money. .

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HIV Voluntary Counseling and Testing Uptake and Associated Factors among Sexually Active Men in Ethiopia: Evidence from the 2016 EDHS Using Multilevel Modeling

10.21203/rs.3.rs-31178/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Teshome Kabeta Dadi ◽

Merga Belina Feyasa ◽

Mamo Nigatu Gebre

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

Health Insurance ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Hiv Knowledge ◽

Voluntary Counseling ◽

Voluntary Counseling And Testing ◽

Counseling And Testing ◽

Testing Uptake ◽

Significant Factors

Abstract Background HIV counselling affirms that people exercise their right to known their HIV status and open the gateway to care, treatment, and support for a person in need. Existing evidence shows that its counselling and testing uptake among sexually active males in Ethiopia is too low and hence this study aims to determine the status of uptake and identify its determinants. Method Data on 12, 688 sexually active men was extracted from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey. Multilevel logistic regression was fitted to identify the factors associated with the uptake. Result This study depicted that the overall voluntary counseling and testing of HIV uptake among sexually active men in Ethiopia was 45.69%; 95% CI [43.08%, 48.33%]. Results showed that about 13% of the variation in the likelihood of being tested for HIV was due to the variation among the regions. Moreover, age, religion, education, occupational, marital status, HIV knowledge, health insurance, wealth status, risky sexual behavior, discussion about family planning with health workers, owning of mobile, frequency of watching television and listening to the radio were significant factors. Conclusion Voluntary counseling and testing uptake among sexually active men in Ethiopia is low and varies across the regions. The level of HIV knowledge, having risky sexual behavior, health insurance, and media were some of the significant factors. Therefore, giving due consideration to these factors worth boosting voluntary HIV counseling and testing uptake, which is an integral component of the strategies to efficiently prevent and control the disease.

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HPV vaccine status and sexual behavior among young sexually-active women in the US: evidence from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2007–2014

Health Economics Policy and Law ◽

10.1017/s1744133119000136 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 (4) ◽

pp. 477-495 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Andrew J. Leidner ◽

Harrell W. Chesson ◽

Makram Talih

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

National Health ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Hpv Vaccination ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Nutrition Examination Survey ◽

Condom Usage ◽

Health And Nutrition ◽

The Us ◽

Doubly Robust Estimation

AbstractConcern has been expressed that human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programs might promote risky sexual behavior through mechanisms such as risk compensation, behavioral disinhibition, or perceived endorsement of sexual activity. This study assesses whether HPV vaccination status is associated with any differences in selected sexual behaviors among young sexually-active women in the US. Our dataset includes young, adult female respondents from questionnaire data collected in the National Center for Health Statistics' National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 2007 to 2014. The empirical approach implements a doubly robust estimation procedure, based on inverse probability of treatment weighting. For robustness, we implement several specifications for the propensity model and the outcomes model. We find no consistent association between HPV vaccination and condom usage or frequency of sex. Specifically, we find no evidence that HPV vaccination is associated with condom usage or with whether a person had sex more than 52 or more than 104 times per year. We find inconsistent evidence that HPV vaccination is associated with a person having sex more than 12 times per year. As in previous research, HPV vaccination does not appear to have a substantive effect on sexual behavior among young sexually-active women in the US.

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SEXUAL SENSATION SEEKING AND RISKY SEXUAL BEHAVIOR AMONG SOUTH AFRICAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.2002.30.5.475 ◽

2002 ◽

Vol 30 (5) ◽

pp. 475-483 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Solomon Mashegoane ◽

Kgope P. Moalusi ◽

Madikana A. Ngoepe ◽

Karl Peltzer

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

University Students ◽

South African ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Sensation Seeking ◽

Cultural Context ◽

Risky Sexual Behaviors ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Sexual Sensation Seeking

This study investigated the association between the personality dispositions of sexual sensation seeking (SSS) and nonsexual experience seeking (Non-SES), and risky sexual behaviors among 308 sexually active South African university students. The students provided retrospective reports of their sexual behavior and completed measures of SSS and Non-SES. Findings, based on a sample of sexually active students, suggest an association between SSS and a number of risky sexual behaviors. Intervention strategies are discussed, incorporating a particular reference to cultural context.

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Risky Sexual Behavior and Associated Factors among Cobblestone Chiseling Daily Laborer, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research ◽

10.4172/2155-6113.1000766 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 09 (04) ◽

Author(s):

Chalachew Sisay ◽

Habtamu Abera ◽

Getachew Hailu ◽

Abay Sisay

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Addis Ababa

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Risky sexual behavior and associated factors among preparatory school students in Arsi Negelle Town Oromia, Ethiopia

International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) ◽

10.11591/ijphs.v9i3.20033 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (3) ◽

pp. 162

Author(s):

Nega Degefa Megersa ◽

Girum Sebsibe Teshome

Keyword(s):

Sexual Behavior ◽

Peer Influence ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Grade Level ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽

School Students ◽

Preparatory School ◽

Poor Knowledge ◽

Pocket Money

Risky sexual behavior remains the major public concern commonly affecting youths. These behaviors lead to undesirable health outcomes including sexually transmitted infections, unplanned pregnancy and abortion for female. This study was intended to assess risky sexual behavior and associated factors among preparatory school students in Arsi Negelle Town. Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 preparatory school students. Data was collected using a structured and pre-tested questionnaire. Bivariate and multivariable analysis was conducted to identify the association between variables. Statistical significance was declared at p<0.05. The prevalence of risky sexual behavior was, 32. % (95% CI: 24.3, 40.9). It was significantly associated with students grade level (AOR: 5.77; 95% CI: 1.49, 22.28), having no discussion on sexual and reproductive health (AOR: 11.28; 95% CI: 1.8, 77.49), poor knowledge on HIV/AIDS (AOR: 4.86, 95% CI: 1.38, 17.11), not watching porn movies (AOR: 0.01; 95% CI: 0.001, 0.26), having pocket money (AOR: 0.10; 95% CI: 0.03, 0.39) and having peer influence (AOR: 0.07; 95% CI: 0.02, 0.28). Significant number of students engaged in at least one risky sexual behavior. The behavior was commonly seen among students with poor knowledge about HIV, no discussion on sexual and reproductive health, lower grade level, having pocket money, having peer influence and watching pornographic movies.

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Risky sexual behavior and associated factors among patients with bipolar disorders in Ethiopia

BMC Psychiatry ◽

10.1186/s12888-019-2313-2 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 19 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Chalachew Shambel Obo ◽

Lamesa Melese Sori ◽

Tadesse Melaku Abegaz ◽

Bizuneh Tesfaye Molla

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Bipolar Disorder ◽

Sexual Behavior ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Addis Ababa ◽

Bipolar Disorders ◽

Unprotected Sexual Intercourse ◽

Bipolar Patients

Abstract Background People with bipolar disorder are highly vulnerable to risky sexual behaviors (RSBs). The magnitude of RSBs among bipolar disorders was not studied in our population. The present study aimed to explore the prevalence of RSBs and associated factors among patients with bipolar disorder. Method An institution based cross-sectional study was conducted from 1 April to 30 May 2017 among people living with bipolar disorder at outpatient departments of Amanuel Mental Health Hospital, Addis Ababa. Systematic random sampling was used to select participants. Risky sexual behavior was defined as having sex with two or more sexual partners, having unprotected sexual intercourse, sex after alcohol consumption, exchanged money for sex in a previous 12 months. Data collection was conducted through face-to-face interview by a structured questionnaire adopted from behavioral surveillance survey. Binary logistic regression was conducted to identify factors associated with RSBs. Result A total of 424 participants were enrolled in the study, giving overall response rate of 96%. About 223(52.6%) were males. The prevalence of risky sexual behavior was 49.1% among bipolar patients. Male patients (Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) =2.23,95% CI = 1.27,3.92), patients in age group of 18–24(AOR = 2.08,95% CI = 1.47,3.81),current manic phase of the illness (AOR = 2.3195% CI,1.24,4.32) and current alcohol drinking (AOR = 3.70,95% CI = 2.01,6.78) had significant association with RSB. Conclusion Almost half of bipolar patients reported a risky sexual behavior. Current manic episode and the consumption of alcohol were independently associated with RSB. To reduce the burden of RSBs, mental health services which focuses on sexual behaviors of bipolar patients is required.

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Risky sexual behavior and associated factors among adolescents at high schools in Aksum town, Tigray, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study

10.21203/rs.2.22361/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Mengesha Srah ◽

Enguday Tirfeneh

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Sexual Behavior ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Adolescent Students ◽

Parental Neglect ◽

Poor Social Support

Abstract Background: World Health Organization has documented many health risks and complications secondary to unprotected sexual activity among adolescents. Even though the impact of risky sexual practice on the general health of adolescents is enormous, little attention has been given on identification and intervention plans. Therefore, the aim of this study was to find magnitude of risky sexual behavior and associated factors among adolescents in high schools at Aksum town, Tigray, Ethiopia. Methods: we conducted a facility-based cross-sectional study at Aksum town. A systematic random sampling technique was applied. Data was collected with face to face interview and analyzed using statistical package for social science version 22. we have done bivariate and multivariate logistic regression. Adjusted Odds ratio at a p-value <0.05 with 95% confidence interval was taken to declare statistical significance. Result: A total of 644 students were participated with a response rate of 97.7%. Prevalence of risky sexual behavior was found to be 17.2%. Factors like poor social support [AOR=5.59, 95% CI: 2.71-11.53], living out of family [AOR=1.93, 95% CI: 1.21-3.07], experiencing parental neglect [AOR=1.87, 95% CI: 1.18-2.94] and drinking alcohol [AOR=2.55, 95% CI: 1.55-4.20] were statistically associated with risky sexual behavior. Conclusion: An alarming proportion of adolescent students have participated in risky sexual behavior. This can significantly affect health quality in the community and the country at large. Factors, like having poor social support, living out of the family, experiencing parental neglect and using alcoholic beverages are risk factors that increase the odds of risky sexual behavior among adolescent students.

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