ERIC Number: EJ843685
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009
Pages: 23
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ISSN: ISSN-0743-5584
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Young People's Sexual Risk Behaviors in Nigeria
Abdulraheem, I. S.; Fawole, O. I.
Journal of Adolescent Research, v24 n4 p505-527 2009
The prevalence and correlates of HIV-related risk behaviors among adolescents and youths in Nigeria are poorly documented. This study aims at determining the prevalence and correlates of HIV-related risk behaviors among adolescents and youths in order to plan appropriate intervention measures. This is a descriptive cross-sectional survey using structured questionnaire and focus group discussion to collect relevant information. Most (74.6%) respondents were sexually active, of which 66.4% had multiple partners and only 38.1% used condoms always during sexual intercourse. "Decreased pleasure" (35.8%) was the main reason for not always using condoms. Positive attitude toward condom use was correlated with consistent use. In view of the magnitude of high-risk HIV-related behaviors, efforts need to be exerted to deal with the identified predisposing factors. (Contains 1 figure and 6 tables.)
Descriptors: Group Discussion, Incidence, Focus Groups, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Adolescents, Foreign Countries, Sexuality, At Risk Persons, Youth, Correlation, Intervention, Questionnaires, Health Behavior, Preadolescents, Young Adults, Knowledge Level, Age Differences, Gender Differences
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Nigeria
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