scholarly journals Knowledge and attitudes of high school students on sexually transmitted diseases // Znanja i stavovi srednjoškolaca o polno prenosivim bolestima

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 5
Author(s):  
Srđan Živanović ◽  
Snežana Bečanović ◽  
Jelena Džoganović ◽  
Veselinka Šupić ◽  
Gorica Bogdanović
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Optimal Time ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
First Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introduction A fully portable infection is a public-health problem of great importance in most of the world. Infections that are transmitted by sexual contact make up a large group of diseases caused by various microorganisms: bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi and protozoa. The most common sexually transmitted infections (PPIs) are: chlamydia, gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, AIDS, HPV infections, and others.Method The conducted research is a type of cross section study. In December of the month, 113 students of Foča SSC were interviewed from the first to the fourth year. The survey used an anonymous character questionnaire.Results 35.4% of respondents were sexually active. Young men are sexually considerably more active than girls (χ2 = 30,447; p = 0,000). The majority of sexually active students stated that the first sexual intercourse was at the age of 15 (10.6%). Men and girls have diametrically opposite attitudes to the age in which they consider optimal time to start sexual activity (χ2 = 20,252; p = 0,000). Students in the third and fourth grade have a significantly higher level of knowledge than students of the first and second (χ2 = 31,791; p = 0,000). Most students would continue to associate with a person who knows that she has one of sexually transmitted diseases (64.6%).Conclusion The results of this paper show that the sexual activity of the adolescents examined is not a mass phenomenon, but that the knowledge of pupils of the first and second grades is insufficient, and that there is a need for education of this target group, considering the importance of preserving the reproductive health of adolescents, which are the future of preserving the population.

A cross-national study to compare the knowledge, attitudes, perceptions of sexually transmitted diseases and the sexual risk behaviors of Latino adolescents

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 203-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maximo O. Brito ◽  
Melinda Davis ◽  
Anindita Chakrabarti
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Risk Behaviors ◽  
Latino Adolescents ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted

Abstract Background: Adolescents are at high risk of acquiring sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). However, little is known about differences in knowledge and risk behaviors across nationalities. The objective of this study was to assess and compare the knowledge and perceptions of STDs and the sexual risk behaviors in Latino adolescents in the United States (US) and the Dominican Republic (DR). Methods: A survey was administered to 364 high school students after obtaining parental consent. The questionnaire asked about demographics, sources of STD information, risk behaviors, and knowledge of syphilis, gonorrhea, and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Mean percentage scores were calculated to compare correct responses by nationality, gender, and sexual activity. Predictors of self-reported high risk sexual behavior were identified by multivariable logistic regression analysis. Results: In all, 242 (66%) US and 122 (34%) DR students were interviewed. Of these, 52% were males. Median age was 15 years (range, 13–18). Sexual activity was reported by 40% of the participants and did not differ by gender (p=0.43) or national origin (p=0.53), although it was greater for adolescents older than 15 years of age (60% vs. 35%, p<0.001). US students identified abstinence as an effective STD prevention method more often than their counterparts (p=<0.001). Knowledge of specific STDs was higher in girls (p=0.002) and Dominicans (p=0.003). Predictors of high risk behavior were male gender (OR<uni-003D;2.50, 95% CI 1.35–4.63) and being sexually active (OR<uni-003D;3.09, 95% CI 1.71–5.59). Conclusions: Sexual activity at an early age was prevalent, and knowledge of STDs low in these two groups of high school students. Males and sexually active individuals were more likely to engage in high risk behaviors. Girls and Dominican students exhibited greater knowledge of specific STDs.

scholarly journals Attitudes and Knowledge of Students on Sexuality in Three Secondary Schools

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-164
Author(s):  
Tomislav Filipović ◽  
Zrinka Puharić ◽  
Drita Puharić ◽  
Mario Gašić
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancy ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Attitudes And Knowledge

Introduction. Sexuality of children and adolescents in Croatia is still considered a taboo, and sexually transmitted diseases are a significant global public health problem that is constantly growing. As a frequent consequence of irresponsible sexual behaviour and early sexual intercourse, we are faced with the problem of juvenile, most often unwanted, pregnancy. Contraceptives are used to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies, and the most vulnerable group are the adolescents. The primary task is to educate the youth prior to them entering active sexual life. Aim. To collect and analyse data on sexual habits, attitudes and knowledge of adolescents. To assess the need for additional education and preventive programmes. Methods. 130 high school students, aged 17-19, participated in the survey. For testing purposes, a questionnaire was used. The questionnaire was conducted voluntarily and was completely anonymous, and a written consent was obtained from parents of juvenile participants. Results. The adolescent subjects in this study showed insufficient knowledge of sexuality, namely the menstrual cycle, contraceptives and emergency contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases. They showed knowledge of things they could get acquainted with on a daily basis through the media and other information outlets. Conclusion. According to the results obtained by the research, we can conclude that higher quality education of the youth is necessary, with the aim of expanding their knowledge of sexuality in order to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and the occurrence of unwanted juvenile pregnancies.

scholarly journals Sexuality issue in the school environment in a capital city of a West African country

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 5188
Author(s):  
Adisso Sostène ◽  
Mukanire N. ◽  
Ogoudjobi Ogourindé Mathieu ◽  
Gnonlonfin N. ◽  
Mulongo Mbarambara P.
Keyword(s):  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Secondary Students ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Capital City ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
First Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Induced Abortions

Background: Precociousness and abuse of unprotected sexual intercourses among teenagers promote sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies that often result in illegal induced abortions. The goal of this work is to study the knowledge, attitude and practice of students about sexuality.Methods: This is a cross-sectional and analytical study that took place from 1st March to 30th May 2015. All registered secondary students in both secondary schools Behanzin and Toffa 1er from Porto-Novo city are included. We used a multiple choice and open questions.Results: The survey concerns 1304 students. Among them, 57% are female and 43% are male. The students’ average age is 18.71±2.31years with extremes of 13 and 25 years. The majority of students in our sample (66.9%), the ideal age for first sexual intercourse is between 15 and 19 years with 60.4% for boys and 65.0% for girls. In our sample, 6 to 7 students out of 10 have at least one sexual intercourse. Among boys, we estimated 7 to 8 cases out of 10 and among girls 5 to 6 out of 10 cases. On the whole, 44.9% of students agreed to have sexual intercourse before marriage. Out of 1304 students, 50.0% have their first sexual intercourse between 15 and 19 years old and 47.2% of these sexual intercourses were unprotected. Having many sexual partners is more observed among boys. Sexually transmitted diseases are known by students of our sample in the following proportions: HIV/AIDS (93.2%), Gonorrhoea (44.2%), Syphilis (21.2%), Chancroid (6.2%), Genital trichomoniasis (5.4%). Out of 433 sexually active girls who were involved in the present study, 165 (38.1%) had at least one unwished pregnancy and 144 which is 87.3% resulted in induced abortions.Conclusions: Present study showed that the majority of students are sexually active and most of sexual intercourses are unprotected despite the knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases. This attitude is revealed in a certain rate of unwished pregnancies resulting in a significant proportion of induced abortions.

The Knowledge Levels of Vocational High School Students About Sexually Transmitted Diseases

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. e269
Author(s):  
Tuba Emul Guner ◽  
Gulay Borekci ◽  
Derya Akdeniz Uysal ◽  
Arzu Ozel ◽  
Fahri Askan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Vocational High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Knowledge Levels

scholarly journals Awareness, knowledge and behavior of highschool students con­cerning sexually transmitted infections

2018 ◽  
Vol 71 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 284-294
Author(s):  
Milijana Relic ◽  
Nenad Relic ◽  
Jovana Pficer-Kuzmanovic ◽  
Goran Relic
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
School Students ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Biology Class ◽  
Correct Definition ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Source Of Information ◽  
Senior High School Students

Introduction. This paper presents the results of a research con?ducted among senior high school students in northern Kosovo and Metohija on their knowledge about sexually transmitted infections, emphasizing their awareness and sources of information, as well as their sexual behavior and use of contraceptives. Material and Methods. The survey of senior high school students was done using a previously prepared anonymous questionnaire which was followed by statistical processing of fully completed questionnaires. Results. The research included students aged 17 to 19; 63% were females and 37% males; 35.8% were sexually active. The correct definition of sexually transmitted infections was identified by 49%. School was the source of information on these infections for 45.6% of stu?dents and biology class for 45.7%. There were 40.6% sexually active male respondents and 33.0% of female (on average, 18 years old). Of the surveyed students of both sexes, 40.6% became sexually active at the age of 17. Condom use was reported by 49% of respond?ents of both sexes, whereas 50.8% of sexually active students always used condoms. There were 38.7% (38.9% girls, 38.4% boys) of students who used condoms for protection against sexually trans?mitted infections, and 58.1% of them personally decided whether to use them. Conclusion. The majority of our respondents were able to identify the correct definition of sexually transmitted infections, and they most often heard of the human immunodeficiency virus/ acquired immune deficiency syndrome. School was their most com?mon source of information, biology class, and a considerable number were informed about this issue on the Internet. The major?ity of sexually active girls did not use any contraceptives. School curricula and parent-child relationships should have a greater impact on the youth?s awareness of reproductive health.

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