scholarly journals Knowledge and attitudes towards emergency contraception among adolescents

2021 ◽  
Vol 74 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 5-9
Author(s):  
Nikola Savic ◽  
Andrea Mirkovic ◽  
Slobodanka Bogdanovic-Vasic
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Emergency Contraception ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Unprotected Intercourse ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Regular Method ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Postcoital Contraception ◽  
Additional Education

Introduction. Emergency or postcoital contraception is a method of contraception that is used within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. It is very important that adolescents consider emergency contraception with awareness. It is not a regular method of contraception. The aim of this study was to examine the knowledge and attitudes of adolescents towards the use of emergency contraception. Material and Methods. The research was a cross-sectional study that used a specially designed questionnaire for adolescents intended to assess their knowledge about emergency contraception methods. The study included an intentional sample of 108 students attending the Medical High School ?Dr. Misa Pantic? in Valjevo. Participation in the study was voluntary and anonymous. Results. The largest number of students was informed about the indications for emergency contraception (80%, c2 = 0.004); the respondents agreed that emergency contraception is not a regular method of contraception and should be used in cases of sexual abuse (c2 = 0.019). Most of the respondents believe that they need additional education (N = 95, c2 = 0.032) regarding emergency contraception methods. Conclusion. The analysis of the results showed that the adolescents who participated in the study need additional education about the methods of emergency contraception. It is necessary to improve the strategies of health education of adolescents on this topic.

Stress among high school children in Morena District, Madhya Pradesh: A Cross-sectional study

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 102-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Garima Verma ◽  
◽  
Shubhi Tomar ◽  
CNV Sai Bharath CNV Sai Bharath
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Madhya Pradesh ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Skin cancer knowledge and attitudes in the region of Fez, Morocco: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Awatef kelati ◽  
Hanane Baybay ◽  
Mariam Atassi ◽  
Samira Elfakir ◽  
Salim Gallouj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes

Toothbrushing and related factors among high school students in the southeast of Iran: a cross‐sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Narges Shirzaee ◽  
Zahra Saied‐Moallemi ◽  
Mahdi Mohammadi ◽  
Hassan Okati‐Aliabad
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Prostate cancer awareness and attitude toward early detection among male soldiers in Ghana: a cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Gyasi Necku ◽  
Emmanuel Anongeba Anaba ◽  
Aaron Asibi Abuosi
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Interventions ◽  
Effective Management ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Positive Attitudes

Abstract Background Prostate cancer (PC) is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men in Ghana. This poses a public health threat, especially among the Ghana Armed Force (GAF) where the majority are males. This study aimed to assess male soldiers’ awareness, knowledge and attitudes toward early detection of prostate cancer. Results It was found that 58.3% of the soldiers were less aware of PC and 76.0% had low or neutral knowledge regarding risk factors and symptoms of PC. The soldiers had positive attitudes toward early detection but had low intentions of getting tested. Awareness was significantly associated with education, rank, haven received PC information from a health worker and being knowledgeable of signs of PC. Conclusion We recommend that management of the GAF should liaise with the Ministry of Health to sensitize and educate soldiers on prostate cancer, and if possible, organize periodic screening activities for the soldiers to aid in early detection and effective management of the disease. The findings of this study provide valuable information for health interventions in Ghana.

scholarly journals Prevalence estimates of drug addiction among high-school students and its association with violence, and school behaviors: A cross-sectional study from Jordan

2021 ◽  
pp. 102490
Author(s):  
Liqaa A. Raffee ◽  
Mohammad A. Al-Qudah ◽  
Wail A. Hayajneh ◽  
Khaled Z. Alawneh ◽  
Omar Ibrahim Mahasneh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Drug Addiction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Estimates

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitudes of nursing professors and students concerning the interface between spirituality, religiosity and health

2011 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 1205-1213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia de Souza Tomasso ◽  
Ideraldo Luiz Beltrame ◽  
Giancarlo Lucchetti
Keyword(s):  
Religious Affiliation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Religious Practices ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
The University ◽  
Common Barriers

This study compares the knowledge and attitudes of nursing professors and students concerning the interface between spirituality, religiosity and health. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 30 nursing professors and 118 students. The results reveal that more than 95% of the participants had some religious affiliation, 96% believed that spirituality considerably influences patients' health, and 77% wished to address this subject. However, only 36% felt prepared for it and most believed that the university did not provide the necessary information. No statistical differences were found between the religious practices of nursing professors and students, though a marked difference was found in their clinical practices and opinions concerning spirituality and its inclusion in the program's curriculum. The most common barriers to addressing such a subject were: fear of imposing one's own beliefs, lack of time, and fear of offending patients.

Knowledge and attitudes regarding the self-use of pain medications in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
pp. 0
Author(s):  
MawadahM Magadmi ◽  
RaniaM Magadmi ◽  
FatemahO Kamel ◽  
MagdaM Hagras ◽  
HwraaI Alhmied ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Self ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Pain Medications

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude towards emergency contraception in females of urban area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Malvika Mishra ◽  
Shiv Shanker Tripathi ◽  
Manish Kumar Verma
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Emergency Contraception ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Health Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Unprotected Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

Background: Emergency contraception are birth control measures that, if taken after unprotected sexual intercourse, contraceptive failure, incorrect use of contraceptives or in cases of sexual assault may prevent pregnancy. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and attitude of female living in urban part of Lucknow district from September 2015 to August 2016.Methods: This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study conducted at RML Hospital, Lucknow from September 2015 to August 2016. A cross sectional study design was conducted and Participants were selected using simple random sampling method. Data was collected by using self-administered questionnaires. Data processing and analysis: The collected data was entered into a computer and analyzed using statistical package of social science version 20.0.Results: In this study it was found that, Out of 385 subjects 54% (209) new the correct time interval for EC to be effective and 91% (350) new that this is for prevention of unplanned pregnancy. Out of 385 subjects 77% (345) reported that they had heard the word EC from different sources, however 23% (90) reported that they never heard about that it means that still there is a scope of health awareness activities and health education to improve the knowledge of EC. Different attitudes of females towards emergency contraception some different pair of questions was asked. Out of 385 subjects 85% (329) were reported that they have positive attitudes in terms of benefits of EC to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancy. A few number of subjects i.e. 12% (48) reported negative attitudes towards EC where as 3 % (8) did not respond. The more than half subjects i.e. 68% (260) reported that they use EC even if their partners disagreed with them where as 11% (41). Cultural belief was found as an barrier in having negative attitudes towards EC. The Religion, Occupation and educational status affect knowledge and attitudes towards EC.Conclusions: The results show that there is a scope of health awareness activities and health education to improve the knowledge and attitude towards EC.

Determinants of Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Pain among Nurses in a University Hospital: A Cross-sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 144-152 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elfa Gretarsdottir ◽  
Sigridur Zoëga ◽  
Gunnar Tomasson ◽  
Herdis Sveinsdottir ◽  
Sigridur Gunnarsdottir
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes
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