scholarly journals Threesomes: An Exploratory Survey

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-46
Author(s):  
F. Zsok ◽  
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R. Scoats ◽  
E. Anderson ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Mobile App ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Response Formats ◽  
The Social ◽  
Exploratory Survey

Objective: Threesomes, sexual acts involving three people, seem to become more popular. Their appearance in film, TV, press media, and blogs has increased, and there is even a mobile app facilitating such encounters. However, little to nothing is known how they come about, who is involved in them, and what sexual activities they include. This study´s goal is to explore these questions. Design and Method: An online survey will be distributed among users of 3rnder, the threesome app, participants with threesome experience from another study, the social networks of the researchers, and undergraduate students. It will assess experience with threesomes, preferences for them, and reasons for (not) engaging in them. For participants who have been involved in at least one, there will be more detailed questions about their most recent threesome: how it came about, who was involved in it, why they engaged in it, and what sexual behaviours it included. The response formats include tick boxes as well as open ended questions. Results: Results will provide the first picture of contemporary threesomes from a scientific perspective. Conclusions: This study will inform future investigations regarding the construal of sexuality and monogamy, and sexual behaviour more generally.

Perceived impact of COVID-19 on sexual health and access to sexual health services among university students in Canada

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Wood ◽  
Christopher Quinn-Nilas ◽  
Alexander McKay ◽  
Jocelyn Wentland
Keyword(s):  
Health Services ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
University Students ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Personal Contact ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Perceived Impact

We examined the perceived impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual health, sexual behaviour, well-being, and access to sexual health services among university students in Canada. Between December 2020 and January 2021, 1504 university students across Canada completed an online survey focused on overall sexual health, well-being, solitary sexual behaviours, partnered sexual interactions, and access to sexual health services. The survey was designed by the Sex Information & Education Council of Canada and administered by the Leger polling company. Reported levels of overall sexual health were high. Cisgender women reported significantly greater scores of COVID-19—related stress compared to cisgender men; LGBQ+ students had higher levels of stress compared to heterosexual participants. Overall, solitary sexual behaviours (i.e., masturbation, porn use, vibrator use) remained unchanged or were perceived to increase compared to the time before the pandemic. Cisgender men reported higher scores (i.e., greater perceived increases) on masturbation and porn use than cisgender women. Frequency of sex with casual partners was perceived as similar or lower than what was usual before the pandemic, and most participants did not engage in sex where the close personal contact put them or their partner at risk for COVID-19. Declines in access were reported for all sexual health care services surveyed, with cisgender women and students of colour more likely to report decreased access to services. Results highlight the need for targeted public health messaging regarding sexual behaviour, investment in sexual health services, and supports tailored to the needs of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of colour.

scholarly journals The Role of Social Networks During the COVID-19 Lockdown: Real-Life Social Distancing Vs Virtual Interactions

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 133
Author(s):  
Donata Tania Vergura ◽  
Beatrice Luceri ◽  
Cristina Zerbini
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Strong Impact ◽  
Emotional Instability ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
The Social ◽  
The World

Online social networks have become one of the most widely used sources of information in the world and also an important part of our daily life. A huge boost to their spreading came with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. As social distancing and lockdown orders due to COVID-19 health emergency grew more pervasive, individuals began to spend more time online and to use social networks (SNs) to keep up to date regarding the spread of pandemic and also to maintain communication with friends and family and reduce isolation. Given these evidences, the present study aims to investigate the social supporting role of SNs during the pandemic emergency. Specifically, it intends to analyze (a) the use of SNs as a means of interaction in the face of the social containment imposed by the COVID-19 spreading, and (b) the factors (homophily, trust, loneliness, and emotional instability) that affect such use. An online survey with a sample of 194 Italian people was conducted. Structural equation modelling was used to estimate the model proposed. Results revealed that sense of belonging to SNs had a strong impact on search for social support and is, in turn, positively influenced by trust in SNs and homophily. Emotional instability also increased the search for social support. The study contributes both theoretically and empirically to the understanding of the role of SNs in influencing individual behavior. As the use of SNs continues to spread around the world, understanding why consumers rely in SNs and what gratifications they receive from them is undoubtedly of interest for both academics and practitioners.

Premarital Sexual Behaviours among Secondary School Adolescents: A Cross-sectional Study in Kathmandu

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 39-52
Author(s):  
Yadu Ram Upreti ◽  
Devaraj Acharya
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Sexual Debut ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Premarital Sex ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Premarital Sexual

Young people’s sexuality is often stigmatized in South Asian societies, including Nepal, where premarital sex is not accepted socially and culturally. However, the prevalence of early sexual activities among adolescents has increased over time. Given this background, this paper aimed to explore the prevalence of premarital sexual behaviour among the urban high school adolescents. This study utilized a cross-sectional design and collected a total of 609 students of grade 9-12 [ages 10-19] from both community and institutional schools in the Kathmandu metropolis. A validated structured questionnaire was employed and data were analyzed using SPSS with version 24. Univariate, bivariate, and multivariate analyses were performed to interpret the results. The study showed that the mean age of the respondents was 16 years. More than half of adolescents (52.4%) ever watched pornography, amongst whom eight percent did it on a regular basis. Similarly, 14 percent of in-school adolescents ever experienced premarital vaginal sexual intercourse, where the median age for the sexual debut was 16 years. Male respondents tended to be 13 times more likely to have premarital sex compared to the girls. Respondents who were exposed to pornography materials were likely to be exposed by 5.7 times higher than that who were not. Further, 48 percent respondents who ever had sex did not use condoms during their first sexual intercourse, followed by 45 percent who had multiple sex partners.The study concluded that a notable proportion of adolescents was involved in premarital sexual behaviours followed with vaginal sexual intercourse, especially among the boy students. Hence, the results of this study suggest school-based comprehensive sexuality education to minimize the risky sexual behaviour and promote the safer sexual activities among the secondary level school adolescents.  

scholarly journals Attitudes toward online sexual activities

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Sandra Byers ◽  
Krystelle Shaughnessy
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Diverse Group ◽  
Female Undergraduate ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
Positive Attitudes

The goal of this study was to extend our understanding of attitudes toward three types of online sexual activity (OSA) among both students and members of the community: non-arousal OSA (N-OSA), solitary-arousal OSA (S-OSA), and partnered-arousal OSA (P-OSA). In Study 1, 81 male and 140 female undergraduate students completed a paper and pencil survey. In Study 2, an age and sexually diverse group of 137 men and 188 women recruited from the Internet completed an online survey. The results from the two studies were more similar than different. Attitudes toward the three types of activities were neutral to slightly positive on average. The three types of attitudes were significantly related but also distinct. The men’s attitudes toward S-OSA and P-OSA were more positive than were the women’s; the men and women did not differ in their attitudes toward N-OSA. Sexual minority individuals had more positive OSA attitudes overall. Individuals who were less traditional tended to have more positive attitudes. These results are discussed in terms of the growing acceptance of online sexuality.

scholarly journals Relationship Between Socio-Demographic Variables and Risky Sexual Behaviour among Undergraduates in Tertiary Institutions in Rivers State, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 102-111
Author(s):  
Eunice O.O. ◽  
Oluebubechukwu A.U. ◽  
Idang N.O. ◽  
Elizabeth N.O.
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Risky Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sociodemographic Variables ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Port Harcourt ◽  
Risky Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Rivers State

Background: Significant empirical surveys have been made to investigate sociodemographic factors contributing to Risky Sexual Behaviours among young people. However, there are concerns regarding what influences Risky Sexual Behaviours. The purpose of the study is to examine the relationship between the sociodemographic variables and Risky Sexual Behaviours among undergraduate students in tertiary institutions. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among undergraduate students at two tertiary institutions in Rivers State, Nigeria to investigate the relationship between sociodemographic variables and Risky Sexual Behaviours. Undergraduate students in years one and two from departments of Nursing Science and Medicine and Surgery in PAMO University of Medical Sciences and University of Port Harcourt, College of Medicine were recruited for the study. Two hundred and eighty (280) undergraduate students were randomly selected from a total of 491 as participants in the study. Descriptive and inferential analysis of data using SPSS version 20 was done. Results: Data showed that 60% of the respondents were from the University of Port Harcourt, while 40% were from PAMO University of Medical Sciences. The majority of the students (78.9%) were between 16 -20years, while only 0.7% of the students were ≥31years. Findings revealed that there is no significant relationship between respondents’ sociodemographic variables and awareness of, attitude to risky sexual behaviour. It was found that only gender and age significantly influence practices with an R2 of 0.22. Conclusion: Risky sexual behaviour among young people is significantly associated with age and gender.

Premarital sexual behaviour among higher secondary students in Pokhara Sub-Metropolitan City Nepal

Sexual Health ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 403
Author(s):  
Nabaraj Adhikari ◽  
Saraswati Adhikari ◽  
Nordino Ibraimo Sulemane
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Secondary Students ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Premarital Sex ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
Metropolitan City ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Premarital Sexual

Background Sexual behaviour of young people is one of the major public health issues. This is because adolescent people may involve themselves in risky sexual behaviour such as practising sex at an early age, having multiple sexual partners, having sex while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and unprotected sexual behaviours. The objective of this study was to explore the premarital sexual behaviours among higher secondary school students in Pokhara Sub-Metropolitan City. Methods: This survey adopted a design of an institution-based descriptive cross-sectional study. A pre-tested structured questionnaire sealed in an envelope was distributed among all consenting 522 higher secondary school adolescent students. Results: Nearly twenty-five per cent (24.6%) of study respondents have had premarital sex. Respondents who had discussed sexual matters with friends had a 2.62-fold higher chance of having premarital sex than those who had not. Male respondents were eight-fold more likely to have premarital sex than females. Respondents who were exposed to pornography reported a nine-fold higher possibility of having premarital sex. Study respondents were also involved in unsafe sexual practices; for example, 13.4% of male respondents had sex with female sex workers. Conclusion: Despite the deleterious social and cultural norms and values regarding premarital sexual activities school adolescents are increasingly involved in sexual activities before marriage. Peer groups or friends are major sources of sexual and reproductive health information, which is often insufficient and inaccurate. It is important to design an appropriate and effective intervention to ensure that adolescents get correct and suitable sexual and reproductive information.

Sexual behaviours, sex toy and sexual safety methods reported by women who have sex with women and men

Sexual Health ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 287 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Schick ◽  
Brian Dodge ◽  
Barbara Van Der Pol ◽  
Aleta Baldwin ◽  
J. Dennis Fortenberry
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Health Maintenance ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Sexually Transmissible Infections ◽  
History Of ◽  
Partner Gender ◽  
Insight Into

Background Relative to women who engage in sex with exclusively men or women, women who have sex with women and men (WSWM) are more likely to report a history of sexually transmissible infections. Knowledge of the diversity and specificity of the sexual behaviours in which they engage may provide insight into the behavioural modes of infection. The present study sought to document a range of behaviours including concurrent multi-person sexual activity (e.g. orgy, threesome), anal sexual activity and sex toy use. Barrier use methods during specific behaviours were also assessed. Methods: Eighty women who reported recent genital contact with at least one man and one woman were recruited via targeted Internet, venue-based and snowball sampling methods. Consenting participants were directed to an online survey. During an in-person timeline follow-back interview (the SEQUENCE© calendar method), a subset of participants (n = 53) provided detailed sexual behaviour data for each sexual partner over the previous 12 months. Results: Almost three-quarters of the sample reported at least one concurrent multi-person sexual activity. Nearly two-thirds of participants reported engaging in sexual behaviour that involved their own (66.7%) or their partner’s (49.4%) anus in the past year. Barrier use for sexual behaviours other than penile-vaginal intercourse was uncommon. Behaviours and safety strategies were similar with men and women regardless of partner gender. Conclusions: The sexual repertoires reported by participants in this study were diverse. Understanding the range of diverse sexual behaviours of the participants may enable the construction of tailored recommendations for sexual health maintenance among WSWM.

scholarly journals Studying students’ opinions as a stage of designing proactive preparation for provid-ing moral education

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 46-63
Author(s):  
Elena Mikhailovna Kharlanova ◽  
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Svetlana Vasilyevna Roslyakova ◽  
Nadezhda Valeryevna Sivrikova ◽  
Tatyana Gennadyevna Ptashko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Moral Education ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Subject Position ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Social Sphere ◽  
Systemic Analysis ◽  
University Preparation ◽  
The Social

Introduction. The article is devoted to the problem of taking into account students’ opinions (their attitudes, preferences and suggestions) in preparing future professionals in the social sphere for providing moral education. Traditionally, students are included in the assessment of the implemented degree program in order to evaluate its outcomes, but their capacity to influence the transformation of programs has not been properly investigated. The purpose of this article is to study students’ opinions about their satisfaction with university preparation for providing moral education in order to improve its quality. Materials and Methods. By adopting a systematic approach, the authors have used the following theoretical methods: systemic analysis, synthesis, and modeling. An online survey was conducted to collect empirical data. The study involved 674 undergraduate students (3rd, 4th and 5th years). For the mathematical analysis, Cramer V-test was used. Results. The authors justify the expediency of developing a proactive programme aimed at preparing undergraduates for providing moral education, within the framework of which students are involved in the interaction and transformation of themselves, educational practices and educational environment, responding to urgent tasks and challenges of the future. The study has revealed general satisfaction of students with their preparation for providing moral education, as well as a range of shortcomings. Significantly, there is a correlation between the dissatisfaction with university preparation and proposals for improving it. It is noted that students’ proposals are aimed at changes in all subsystems of proactive training: subject-environmental (ensuring engaged collaboration of stakeholders both on-campus and off-campus); contents (enhancing practical components of the curriculum and ensuring students’ personal development); procedural (using active and interactive teaching methods). However, the implementation of students’ proposals requires collaborative efforts of all the stakeholders who create conditions for the manifestation of students’ subjectivity. At the same time, students’ proposals is a valuable resource for the transition to proactive preparation for providing moral education. The research findings have enabled the authors to clarify the purpose, content, methods of ensuring students’ subject position in proactive preparation for providing moral education. Conclusions. The investigation of students’ opinions has expanded the understanding of risks and opportunities for improving preparation for providing moral education, indicated the significance of proactive training future professionals in the social sphere for providing moral education and the need to ensure the continuing development of students’ subjectivity in the process of studying, implementation, critical analysis and transformation of practical educational activities into interactions with other subjects. The introduction of tools for collaborative thinking and action in the process of practical training will enable students to influence its implementation and improvement.

scholarly journals Prospective mixed methods study of online and offline social networks and the development of sexual agency in adolescence: the Social Networks and Agency Project (SNAP) protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. e024329
Author(s):  
Megan S C Lim ◽  
Spring Cooper ◽  
Larissa Lewis ◽  
Kath Albury ◽  
Kon Shing Kenneth Chung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Sexual Development ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Ethics Committee ◽  
Sexual Agency ◽  
The Social

IntroductionSocial media may play a role in adolescent sexual development. The limited research on social media use and sexual development has found both positive and negative influences. The focus of this study is on sexual agency: a positive sexual outcome. This paper describes the protocol for the Social Networks and Agency Project (SNAP) study which aims to examine the relationship between online and offline social networks and the development of healthy relationships and sexual agency in adolescence.Methods and analysisThe SNAP study is a mixed methods interdisciplinary longitudinal study. Over an 18-month period, adolescents aged 15–17 years at recruitment complete three questionnaires (including demographics, sexual behaviour, sexual agency and social networks); three in-depth interviews; and fortnightly online diaries describing their sexual behaviour and snapshots of their social networks that week. Longitudinal analyses will be used to describe changes in sexual behaviour and experiences over time, sexual agency, social media use, and social network patterns. Social network analysis will be used to capture relational data from which we will be able to construct sociograms from the respondent’s perspective. Interview data will be analysed both in relation to emergent themes (deploying a grounded theory approach), and from a cross-disciplinary perspective. This mixed method analysis will allow for comparisons across quantitative and qualitative data, for consistency and differences, and will enhance the robustness of data interpretation and conclusions drawn, as multiple data sources are triangulated.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval was granted by the University of Sydney Human Research Ethics Committee and the Family Planning New South Wales Ethics Committee. The study will provide comprehensive, prospective information on the social and sexual development of adolescents in the age of social media and findings will be disseminated through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications.

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