Understanding gender differences in condom use self-efficacy among youth in urban Cameroon  

Oleh:

Meekers, Dominique ; Klein, Megan

Jenis: Article from Journal - ilmiah internasional
Dalam koleksi: Aids Education and Prevention: An Interdisciplinary Journal vol. 14 no. 01 (Feb. 2002), page 62-72.

Ketersediaan

Perpustakaan PKPM Nomor Panggil: A94 Non-tandon: 1 (dapat dipinjam: 0) Tandon: tidak ada

Lihat Detail Induk

Isi artikel

The aim of this study was to understand gender differences in compon condom use self-efficacy to inform the design of effective reproductive he terventions for youth. Data stem from a July to August 2000 reproductive survey among youth aged 15-24. Gender differentials in self-efficacy analyzed using logistic regression. Perceived ability to discuss and negotiate Ci use is high for both sexes. Women are less likely than men to know corre dom use (58% vs. 80%, p<.01) but are more likely to be shy buying co (67% vs. 50%, p<.01). Prior experience buying and using condoms, p support, and condom promotion affect perceived ability to correctly use condoms and shyness buying condoms. Programs aiming to increase self-effi condom use should focus on increasing confidence in youth's ability to buy condoms and to use them correctly, especially for young women. There is a n programs that publicize and/or increase access to youth-friendly outlets; crease the acceptability of young women buying condoms.

Opini Anda

Klik untuk menuliskan opini Anda tentang koleksi ini!

Kembali