scholarly journals A gendered study of young adult contraceptive use at one university in KwaZulu-N atal

Curationis ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
OA Oyedeji ◽  
R Cassimjee
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Gender Stratification ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Kwazulu Natal ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This study explores contraceptive use among young adult male and female students (aged 18-25) who visit the campus clinic at a university in KwaZulu-Natal. Both a descriptive survey and face to face interviews were used for data collection. In this study, it is affirmed that gender stratification, societal attitudes, and misconceptions about contraceptive use play an important role in the attitudes of young adults, male and female towards contraception and its use. Evidence of this is the high use of condoms amongst both male and female students’ compared with other available methods. Among female students this was highly attributed to personal convenience and comfort with condom use as an unmarried young woman. It was clear from the data collected that respondents themselves attached some stigma to being associated with the use of contraceptive pills or having to visit the clinic regularly for injections as young unmarried women. Male respondents affirmed the use of the condom, although this was hardly with the view of taking reproductive/contraceptive responsibility, but rather, it was attributed to the function of the condom as a safe sex method that offered protection against sexually transmitted diseases and infections. Also evident from the study was the fact that male respondents felt more comfortable with their sexual functioning than the female respondents. This was easily attributed to the role of societal gender stratification in an individual’s life.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and practice of contraceptive use among female students of Dilla secondary and preparatory school, Dilla town, South Ethiopia, 2014

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel Kusheta Katama ◽  
Desalegn Tsegaw Hibstu
Keyword(s):  
Oral Contraceptive ◽  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Preparatory School ◽  
Oral Contraceptive Pills ◽  
South Ethiopia ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice ◽  
Injectable Form

Family planning is known not only as a fundamental intervention for improving the health of women but also as a human right. The aim of this study was to assess the current knowledge, attitude and practice of contraceptive use among female students in Dilla secondary and preparatory school, Dilla, South Ethiopia, 2014. A cross sectional study was conducted among 288 female students in Dilla secondary and preparatory school, south Ethiopia, June 19- 29/2014. A simple random sampling technique was used to select the study subjects. The data was collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire. The data was analyzed by SPSS 20. Chi-square test was used to identify associated factors. A total of 263 female students were involved in this study, of which 249 (94.7%) had good knowledge about contraception. The three most frequently identified methods were injectable form (83.9%), oral contraceptive pills (72.7%) and condom (48.6%). A total of 15.7% respondents ever used contraceptive. Among the users, 56.4% used oral contraceptive pills, and 23.1 and 10.2% used injectable form and condom, respectively. In spite of the fact that most respondents had good knowledge of contraception, their attitude and practice was low. Emphasis needs to be given on disseminating health information concerning the attitude and practice of contraceptive method.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Distance Learning Experience During the Corona Pandemic Using the Multiple Decision Model (CIPP) - Field Study on Students of Saudi Universities-: تقويم تجربة التعليم عن بعد في ضوء جائحة كورونا باستخدام نموذج القرارات المتعددة (CIPP) – دراسة ميدانية على طلبة الجامعات السعودية-

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (44) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amal Hoshan Al-Hoshan
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Decision Model ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Simple Random Sample ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Financial Need ◽  
High Degree ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The study aimed to evaluate the distance learning during the Corona pandemic using the Multiple Decision Model (CIPP), through evaluating the context, inputs, processes and outputs of the experience from the viewpoint of male and female students at the undergraduate level in Saudi universities. To achieve the goals of the study, the descriptive survey approach was used, and the questionnaire as a study tool that consisted of (22) phrases divided into four axes (context, inputs, processes, outputs). It was applied to a simple random sample consisting of (502) male and female students in the study population which included all male and female students of the public universities in the Riyadh region, who numbered (184, 035). The study found that the input axis was the highest achieved with a high degree (3.52), followed by the outputs with a medium degree (3.39), operations with a medium degree (3.26) and assessing the context with an average degree (3.23). A number of recommendations were given, the most important of which was developing the infrastructure and academic accreditation for distance education programs, and providing support students in financial need.

Reciprocity of Liking following Face-to-Face Encounters with Attractive and Unattractive others

1986 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 599-609 ◽  
Author(s):  
Warner Wilson ◽  
Wilma Henzlik
Keyword(s):  
Negative Feedback ◽  
Introductory Psychology ◽  
Female Students ◽  
The Other ◽  
Strong Tendency ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Opposite Sex

48 male and female students in introductory psychology engaged in a get acquainted conversation with a confederate of the opposite sex. After the conversation, the experimenter asked each person to rate the other and indicated that they would then see each other's ratings as a part of the acquaintance process. Immediately after the first ratings were exchanged, however, the experimenter asked both subjects for a second confidential rating. According to prior instructions, the confederate gave either positive (7 to 9) or negative (3 to 6) preliminary ratings. The second rating, which was of liking, showed a strong tendency for the subjects to reciprocate the favorability of the first ratings made of them by the confederate. Attractive more than unattractive confederates were better liked. In contrast to previous research, however, data showed no tendency for subjects to respond more strongly to positive or negative feedback from an attractive rather than from an unattractive other.

scholarly journals The attitudes of homeless women in London towards contraception

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pooja Shah ◽  
Tamar Koch ◽  
Surinder Singh
Keyword(s):  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Homeless Women ◽  
Homeless Shelters ◽  
Individual Choice ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancies ◽  
Past Experiences

Abstract Aim: To gain a clearer understanding of the attitudes of homeless women towards contraception in central London. Background: Homeless women are more vulnerable to sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies. This makes it imperative to address the health needs of this population. Evidence regarding the obstacles homeless women face when using contraception and accessing sexual/reproductive care is sparse, and almost non-existent in the United Kingdom (UK). American research has identified past experiences of women suffering side effects and their fear of serious health risks as deterrents of sustained contraceptive use among this population. Method: This study used convenience sampling and semi-structured face-to-face interviews. During the interview, a topic guide was used to ensure data relevant to the study aim were being collected. In total, 14 English-speaking women, previously street homeless and/or living in temporary accommodation from two homeless shelters located in central London, were interviewed. Findings: In summary, the results suggest this group of study respondents find ongoing access to advice on contraception services difficult largely because of their homelessness. This pre-eminent factor alongside their vulnerability inevitably means that other issues take precedence on a daily basis. Furthermore, issues such as individual choice of contraception and the perceptions of this group of women to health professionals ultimately determine whether women receive the services they need. Bearing in mind the paucity of studies in this area of homelessness, the results point to the need for more research and to the allied question ‘how is it best to provide contraceptive services to those women who find themselves homeless?’

scholarly journals A Comparative Analysis of Risky Sexual Behaviors, Self-Reported Sexually Transmitted Infections, Knowledge of Symptoms and Partner Notification Practices among Male and Female University Students in Pretoria, South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 5660
Author(s):  
Mathildah Mpata Mokgatle ◽  
Sphiwe Madiba ◽  
Lindiwe Cele
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Young People ◽  
University Students ◽  
Partner Notification ◽  
Sexual Partners ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Sms Notification

The surge of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among young people is of public health importance, and the notification and treatment of sex partners after the diagnosis of an STI is a public health approach to prevent and reduce further transmissions. There are limited studies that investigate partner notification among young people in general, and university students in South Africa in particular. We investigated self-reported STIs and partner notification practice, intentions, and preferences among university students. We also assessed their STI knowledge and risky sexual behaviour in relation to STIs. The study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey that used multistage sampling to select 918 students across the five schools of a health sciences university in South Africa. Descriptive statistics and bivariate logistic analysis were performed using Stata IC version 16. More males (54.1%) than females were currently in a sexual relationship (47.3%), more males reported multiple sexual partners (n = 114, 46%), engaged in transactional sex (n = 13, 5.3%), and had one-night stands (n = 68, 28.1%) in the past 12 months (p = 0.001). Moreover, half (55.9%) had poor knowledge of STIs with an overall mean knowledge score of 2.9 ± 2.0, and the majority (85.8%) perceived themselves to be at low risk of acquiring STIs. The odds of intentions to disclose an STI infection to a sexual partner and delivering a partner notification slip to ex-sexual partners were not statistically significant (p = 0.95; p = 0.10), with the likelihood of disclosure being 1.3 times for female students compared to males. Female students were 1.5 times as likely to prefer a doctor to send an SMS notification to their sexual partners (p = 0.02) compared to their male counterparts, while the preference of an SMS notification was 41% (p = 0.03) among female students. Students engaged in risky behaviours but had a low perception of the risks of acquiring STIs. Although they had preferences of different methods of partner notification, both male and female students preferred SMS partner notifications from a doctor, even though women were in the majority. Health care providers should put in place interventions so that young people can safely inform their partners about STIs.

Perception and uptake of contraception among health workers in Ile-Ife, South-western Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-28
Author(s):  
A Olaleye ◽  
E Orji ◽  
A Akintayo ◽  
A Olaleye ◽  
J Imaralu
Keyword(s):  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Modern Contraceptive ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Contraceptive Pills ◽  
National Family Planning ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Objective: This study was carried out to assess the perception of health workers towards contraceptive methods, determine the proportion of health workers using modern contraceptive methods and identify factors influencing their contraceptive practice. Methods: A cross sectional descriptive survey of 300 practicing nurses in the health facilities within Ile-Ife, Nigeria was done using pre-tested, self-administered semi-structured questionnaires. Results: Most of the respondents were less than 30years, married, multiparous and had practised for more than 2years. Prevalence of modern contraceptive use was 75.2%. Knowledge of contraceptives was poorest for injectables and oral contraceptive pills (32% each). Twenty six percent of respondents believed that contraception should be limited to women who had completed their families, while 32.4% were either uncertain or disagreed with the safety of contraceptives. The commonest method used was the condom, though contraceptive choice varied with cadre of staff. Desire for another pregnancy was the main reason for discontinuing contraception (51.2%). Older age, religion and marriage positively influenced contraceptive use. Conclusion: Knowledge and perception of contraception among nurses in Ile-Ife is relatively poor. Ensuring accurate information on contraception among this target group of health workers is an important step towards achieving success in the national family planning programme.

scholarly journals THE ACADEMIC STRESS OF MALE AND FEMALE STUDENTS AT SMA N 1 PASIR PENYU IN ONLINE LEARNING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 1116
Author(s):  
Elni Yakub ◽  
Dwi Rahmayani ◽  
Tri Umari
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Academic Stress ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Face To Face Learning ◽  
Internet Connections

The Covid-19 pandemic has made students learn through online learning, which is different from face-to-face learning. As a result, several problems might occurred due to this changing both for students and teachers. Online learning caused students to experience various academic problems, such as unstable internet connections, difficulties in understanding the materials, having more assignments, additional costs for buying internet packages, being unfamiliar with the online learning system, and increasing parents’ burden to help children in learning. Some of the problems mentioned above became a stressor for students in taking online learning. Based on the phenomenon reported by BK teachers at schools, male students were less disciplined in managing time during online learning. it was found that many male students skipped the class during online learning; many assignments were not submitted on time. As a result, their academic achievement decreased. On the other hand, female students focused more on the online learning and they were more likely to stay at home, so that it was easier for them to adapt to online learning compared to male students. The purpose of this study was to determine the differences in the level of academic stress of male and female students. The research samples were 155 students and the instrument in this study was an academic stress scale. This study obtained that the validity of the instruments was 0.3 and the reliability was 0.875. Then, the data were analyzed by independent sample T-test and descriptive analysis. The results showed that there were differences in the academic stress of male students and female students, in which the academic stress of the male students was higher than the academic stress of the female students.

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