Examining Adolescent Sexual Patterns in Creek Town, Nigeria: Insights From a Cross-Sectional Survey and Implications for Tailored Interventions
In the dynamic landscape of global health, the sexual behaviors of adolescents are of particular significance due to their profound implications for individual well-being and public health. This article focuses on Creek Town, a vibrant community in Nigeria, and aims to provide a nuanced exploration...
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Published in | Journal of social, behavioral and health sciences Vol. 18; p. 251 |
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Abstract | In the dynamic landscape of global health, the sexual behaviors of adolescents are of particular significance due to their profound implications for individual well-being and public health. This article focuses on Creek Town, a vibrant community in Nigeria, and aims to provide a nuanced exploration of the sexual behaviors of adolescents within the context of local culture and socio-economic factors. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, involving a multi-stage sampling approach with 422 participants. A comprehensive 112-item questionnaire captured various aspects of adolescent sexual behaviors. Additionally, four focus group discussions, including both in-school and out-of-school adolescents, provided qualitative insights. The average age of sexual initiation was established at 15 years for both male and female adolescents. Despite 51.4% purportedly practicing protected sex, a discernible 25.2% displayed inconsistency in adhering to this precautionary measure. Gender differentials manifested statistically significant associations with masturbation (χ2 = 5.084), pornography (χ2 = 11.296), and sexual encounters with older individuals (χ2 = 16.094). The study underscored the urgent need for tailored interventions aimed at fostering safe sexual behaviors among adolescents in Nigeria. The importance of heightened parental monitoring is emphasized, highlighting its potential to act as a protective factor guiding adolescents toward healthier choices. |
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AbstractList | In the dynamic landscape of global health, the sexual behaviors of adolescents are of particular significance due to their profound implications for individual well-being and public health. This article focuses on Creek Town, a vibrant community in Nigeria, and aims to provide a nuanced exploration of the sexual behaviors of adolescents within the context of local culture and socio-economic factors. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, involving a multi-stage sampling approach with 422 participants. A comprehensive 112-item questionnaire captured various aspects of adolescent sexual behaviors. Additionally, four focus group discussions, including both in-school and out-of-school adolescents, provided qualitative insights. The average age of sexual initiation was established at 15 years for both male and female adolescents. Despite 51.4% purportedly practicing protected sex, a discernible 25.2% displayed inconsistency in adhering to this precautionary measure. Gender differentials manifested statistically significant associations with masturbation (χ2 = 5.084), pornography (χ2 = 11.296), and sexual encounters with older individuals (χ2 = 16.094). The study underscored the urgent need for tailored interventions aimed at fostering safe sexual behaviors among adolescents in Nigeria. The importance of heightened parental monitoring is emphasized, highlighting its potential to act as a protective factor guiding adolescents toward healthier choices. |
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