Safe Sex Practices Among College Students
Presentation Type
Poster
Faculty Advisor
Sarah Kelly
Access Type
Event
Start Date
26-4-2024 11:15 AM
End Date
26-4-2024 12:15 PM
Description
Background: Every year new cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) are reported and half of those are reported those age 24 and younger. College students are at risk of contracting STI’s due to having unprotected sex and failure to report and treat the STI. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to describe safe sex practices in females and if prevalence of STI’s when compared in males. Method: A cross-sectional research study focused on exploring college students’ sexual practices. Students were asked to complete a survey with questions about participation in safe sex practices including contraceptive use and if they had a history of STI. Basic frequencies and chi-square analysis were used to explore the differences based on gender. Results: There was no significant difference based on gender and either safe sex practices or having an STI. Birth control methods commonly used included oral contraceptives, condoms, and abstinence. Only 11 students reported that the past occurrence chlamydia, no other STIs were reported. Discussion: Students often face either embarrassment, shame, or guilt when admitting to having an STI, thus less likely to disclose their history. It is essential that students understand the importance of safe sex practices and utilize the services provided on campu
Safe Sex Practices Among College Students
Background: Every year new cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) are reported and half of those are reported those age 24 and younger. College students are at risk of contracting STI’s due to having unprotected sex and failure to report and treat the STI. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to describe safe sex practices in females and if prevalence of STI’s when compared in males. Method: A cross-sectional research study focused on exploring college students’ sexual practices. Students were asked to complete a survey with questions about participation in safe sex practices including contraceptive use and if they had a history of STI. Basic frequencies and chi-square analysis were used to explore the differences based on gender. Results: There was no significant difference based on gender and either safe sex practices or having an STI. Birth control methods commonly used included oral contraceptives, condoms, and abstinence. Only 11 students reported that the past occurrence chlamydia, no other STIs were reported. Discussion: Students often face either embarrassment, shame, or guilt when admitting to having an STI, thus less likely to disclose their history. It is essential that students understand the importance of safe sex practices and utilize the services provided on campu
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Additional Author: Gabriella D'Antonio