Development of a Measure to Assess What Young Heterosexual Adults Say They Learn About Sex from Pornography

This study involved the development of two new measures to assess what some young heterosexual-identifying adults report learning about sex from pornography. Inventory items were generated from an extensive literature review and six qualitative focus group sessions with young adults (N = 54) aged 18–29 which explored how pornography could be used as a source of sexual information. A total of 135 items pertaining to sexual learning from pornography were produced, reviewed and categorized by a sample of young adults (n = 9), and finally reviewed for item and construct relevance by a panel of pornography, sex education and scale development experts (n = 6). Inventory items were administered to a sample of young adult university students (n = 1306). Two separate exploratory factor analyses were conducted for the female and male datasets. The final factors were reviewed by a panel of young adults = 8) to identify the theme of each factor. Both the SIPI-F and SIPI-M yielded three factors: (1) How to be a good sexual partner, (2) Body aesthetic, and (3) Sexual exploration. Results show that pornography provides information about a range of sex-related topics. Findings also show that more frequent female pornography users reported learning more about how to be a good sexual partner and body aesthetic than less frequent pornography users. The SIPI-F and SIPI-M can be useful for examining a variety of questions regarding the use of pornography as an informal source of sexual information and its correlates.

Gender Differences in Sexual Information Needs and Relating Factors in Cancer Patients: A Cross-Sectional Survey

This study aimed to identify the sexual information requirements and related factors according to gender to improve sexual health in cancer patients. In this cross-sectional study, a total of 687 cancer patients from a single cancer center in Korea completed a self-reported questionnaire. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to compare the sexual information requirements and related factors among cancer patients. The results showed that male cancer patients had higher demands for sexual information than female cancer patients (t = 27.11, p < 0.001). Men appeared to have a greater need than women in the need for sexual information (t = 30.41, p < 0.001) and professional sexual intervention (t = 21.97, p < 0.001). Regarding sexual information needs, income (OR: 0.43, 95% CI: 0.25 to 0.73) was a significant factor in men. In women, age (OR: 0.51, 95% CI: 0.31 to 0.86), alcohol consumption (OR: 1.88, 95% CI: 1.12–3.16), and chemotherapy (OR: 1.87, 95% CI: 1.12–3.12) were significant factors. Significant differences in the overall sexual information needs and related factors were observed between male and female cancer patients. Therefore, a strategy needs to be established to improve the sexual health of cancer patients considering gender differences.

Perceptions of Chinese Patients Treated for Gynaecological Cancer about Sexual Health and Sexual Information Provided by Healthcare Professionals: A Qualitative Study

Patients treated for gynaecological cancer (GC) generally experience impaired sexual function. Research on their sexual life experiences and perceptions on the sexuality care they receive is warranted. This study aimed to examine the perceptions of Chinese patients treated for GC regarding the effects of cancer treatment on their sexual function and femininity, their relationships with their partners, and the adequacy of the sexual information received from healthcare professionals during treatment. Individual, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 Chinese patients treated for GC, collecting data on their perceptions regarding the effects of cancer treatment on their sexual lives, femininity, and relationships with partners; and their views about the quality of sexuality care received. Data were analysed using content analysis. Participants experienced impaired sexual function, reduced sex drive, and expressed dissatisfaction with their sex lives. They perceived a loss of femininity and poor body image. They desired more information about how to address sexual problems and opted to receive this information from female healthcare professionals in individual counselling sessions during which the professionals could initiate such discussions. Overall, Chinese patients treated for GC have concerns about multiple sexual issues and a strong desire for information about strategies to address these issues. Nurse-led interventions should be implemented via a shared care approach to enhance patients’ awareness about managing their sexual and psychological symptoms.

Γνώσεις και Στάσεις Μαθητών/ριών Λυκείου ως προς το HIV/AIDS και Κύριες Πηγές Ενημέρωσης για Ζητήματα Σεξουαλικής Υγείας: Μια Πανελλήνια Συγχρονική Έρευνα

In Greece, a substantial percentage of adolescents start their sexual activity at an early age, leading to increased chance of exposure to various sex-related risks, such as HIV/AIDS. At the same time, sexual education is quite degraded in the Greek school, while little is known about the Greek family’s role in children’s sexual development. The current study of a stratified national sample of 4,090 second and third grade high-school students, with a mean age of 16.45 years, looked into: (a) students’ main sources of sexual information, (b) level of satisfaction from sexual education in family and in school, (c) knowledge about HIV/AIDS, and (d) attitudes towards people living with HIV. Friends (75%) and the internet (55%) were the most frequently reported sexual information sources, much lower being the mother (34%), father (23%) and school (18%). Gender affects the choice frequency of certain information sources, especially family. Satisfaction from sexual education in family was relatively high (60%), but much lower for school (30%). Students present a rather homogenous picture of moderate knowledge about HIV/AIDS and positive attitudes towards people living with HIV. Mother and the internet, as sexual information sources, are related to better knowledge and more positive attitudes towards HIV/AIDS, while the opposite is observed regarding father and TV. Children’s sexual education in Greece and the role of family and school need further examination and systematic interventions. Adolescents’ sexual education and behaviour remain a demoted area of investigation in Greece and more research and systematic interventions are needed.

Implikasi Pembinaan Pemuda Gereja Atas Faktor-Faktor Penyebab Kasus Hamil di Luar Nikah

This article discusses the implications of fostering church youth on the factors that cause cases of pregnancy out of wedlock. The author uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques of observation, and interviews, then in compiling the implications of the author using relevant library sources. The results showed that the factors causing cases of pregnancy out of wedlock are the lack of attention and supervision of parents, then the free association of youth, lack of self-fortification, lack of sexual knowledge, and technological developments that facilitate access to negative sexual information. The implication for church youth coaching is that holistic coaching is needed for both youth and parents. Coaching can be done by organizing groups to grow together, Christian faith seminars, personal care and making catechism curriculum on sexuality. Artikel ini membahas tentang implikasi pembinaan pemuda gereja atas faktor-faktor penyebab kasus hamil di luar nikah. Penulis menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data observasi, dan wawancara, kemudian dalam menyusun implikasi penulis menggunakan sumber-sumber pustaka relevan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor penyebab terjadinya kasus hamil di luar nikah adalah kurangnya perhatian dan pengawasan orang tua, kemudian pergaulan bebas pemuda, kurangnya pembentengan diri, minimnya pengetahuan seksual, dan perkembangan teknologi yang memudahkan akses informasi negatif seksual. Implikasi bagi pembinaan pemuda gereja adalah perlu dilaksanakan pembinaan yang holistik baik pada pemuda maupun orangtua. Pembinaan dapat dilaksanakan dengan menyelenggarakan kelompok tumbuh bersama, seminar iman Kristen, personal care dan pembuatan kurikulum katekisasi tentang seksualitas.

Social Support in Patients With Sexual Dysfunction After Non-Nerve-Sparing Radical Prostatectomy: A Qualitative Study

This study aimed to explore men’s experiences of social support after non-nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy. A qualitative study based on Gadamer’s hermeneutic phenomenology was designed. In-depth interviews were conducted with 16 men who had undergone a non-nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy. Data analysis was performed using ATLAS.ti software. From this analysis, two main themes emerged: “The partner as a source of support and conflict after a prostatectomy,” which includes empathetic reconnection with the partner and changes in sexual and cohabitation patterns and “The importance of social and professional circles,” which addresses the shortcomings of the healthcare system in terms of sexual information and counseling as well as the role of friends within social support. The study suggests the need to establish interventions that address interpersonal communication and attention to social and informational support and include both the patient and those closest to them.

Online sexual activities among university students: relationship with sexual satisfaction

Este estudio explora las actividades sexuales a través de internet y analiza la relación entre estas actividades y la satisfacción sexual. Un total de 236 estudiantes universitarios completaron self-reported scales. Los resultados indicaron que las actividades sexuales online más realizadas fue la búsqueda de temas sexuales, ligar a través de chats y consultar videos eróticos o pornográficos. Con respecto a la relación entre las actividades sexuales online y la satisfacción sexual, se encontró que los participantes que manifestaron no buscar información sexual así como no utilizar chats para conversaciones sexuales, obtuvieron una mayor puntuación en satisfacción sexual. En conclusión, aunque la realización de actividades a través de internet con fines sexuales tiene una alta prevalencia, no queda acreditada de manera suficiente su influencia en la obtención de una mayor satisfacción sexual. This study explores online sexual activities and analyzes the relationship between these activities and sexual satisfaction. A total of 236 university students completed self-reported scales. The results indicated that the most frequent online sexual activities were: searching for sexual issues, flirting via chat rooms and viewing erotic or pornographic videos. With regards to the relationship between online sexual activities and sexual satisfaction, it was found that participants who reported not seeking sexual information as well as not using chatrooms for sexual conversations, obtained a higher score in sexual satisfaction. In conclusion, although engaging in activities online for sexual purposes has a high prevalence, its influence on obtaining greater sexual satisfaction is not sufficiently proven.