Awareness and Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections among Secondary School Adolescents in Ado Ekiti, South Western Nigeria

Amu, Eyitope Oluseyi; Adegun, Patrick Temi

doi:10.1155/2015/260126

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“…The current study finding was in agreement with that of Amu & Adegun [23] in Nigeria, who conducted a study to assess awareness and knowledge of sexually transmitted infections among secondary school adolescents and found that nearly all of the respondents had good knowledge related to STDs. This finding is consistent with that of a study carried out in Malaysia, by Awang et al [24] who mentioned that 92% of the adolescents reported awareness of STDs.…”

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The effect of providing educational sessions about sexually transmitted diseases on knowledge and attitudes of secondary school students at Zagazig City

Mahmoud

Ahmed²

2017

JNEP

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Background and objective: Sexually Transmitted Diseases are a major health problem that affects mostly young people. The aim of the study was to assess the effect of providing educational sessions about Sexually Transmitted Diseases on knowledge and attitude of secondary school students. Methods: A quasi-experimental research design was used in carrying out the study. The study was conducted at four governmental public secondary schools in Zagazig City, 367 secondary school students from the previously mentioned settings were included in the study. Two tools were used to collect necessary data: Tools (I): An interview questionnaire sheet; It was consisted of two parts: Part (A) entailed questions pertaining to socio demographic characteristics of the students, while part (B) included questions regarding student's knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases. Tool (II): It was intended to assess student's attitude toward sexually transmitted diseases. Results: Pre, post and follow up students' knowledge and attitude tests after sessions implementation revealed highly statistically significant improvement in students' knowledge and attitudes (p < .001), which justified the research hypothesis. Conclusions: The educational sessions significantly brought out improvements in the knowledge and attitudes of adolescent students regarding sexually transmitted diseases. The study recommended an educational program about all types of sexually transmitted diseases to be included into the secondary school curriculum and media enlightenment campaigns about these diseases should also be emphasized.

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The effect of providing educational sessions about sexually transmitted diseases on knowledge and attitudes of secondary school students at Zagazig City

Mahmoud

Ahmed²

2017

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“…A similar finding has been published by Amu and Adegun in their study among secondary school adolescents. [10]…”

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“…Our review of literature shows a similar finding in many studies conducted at different geographic locations. [5910111213]…”

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Knowledge and attitude about sexually transmitted infections other than HIV among college students

Subbarao

Akhilesh

2017

Indian J Sex Transm Dis

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Background:Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are the infections which are mainly transmitted through sexual intercourse. Young individuals in the age group of 16 to 24 years are considered to be at more risk for STIs compared to older adults. Young individuals are more likely to practice unprotected sex and have multiple sexual partners. If the STIs are not treated adequately, it can lead to various complications.Most of the people may be aware about HIV/AIDs because of the awareness created by media and the government programs, however knowledge about STIs other than HIV/AIDS is low in the developing countries.Materials and Methods:This study was a descriptive cross sectional study to assess the knowledge, awareness and attitude of college students about STIs other than HIV. A total of 350 engineering students from various semesters were included in the study. They were asked to fill up an anonymous questionnaire.Results:Two hundred and fifty six (73%) males and 94 (27%) females participated in the study. 313 (90%) students had heard about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and 223 (64%) students had heard about STIs other than HIV. 99% of students knew about HIV where as less than 50% of students knew about other STIs. Teachers, internet and media were the source of information for most of the participants. Almost 75% of the students knew about the modes of transmission of STIs. Less than 50% of the participants knew about the symptoms of STIs and complications. Also attitude of the students towards sexual health and prevention of STIs was variable.Conclusion:The findings of our study shows that it is important to orient the students about sexual health and safe sexual practices as it will go a long way in prevention and control of STIs. Also the morbidities and complications associated with STIs can be prevented.

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“…As those people who do not know the symptoms may fail to recognize their need and so may not seek help (Amu and Adegun, 2015).…”

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Knowledge About and Health Practices on Sexually Transmitted Infections among Commercial Sex Workers in an Urban Community

Espinosa¹

2018

IJUNESST

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Awareness and Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections among Secondary School Adolescents in Ado Ekiti, South Western Nigeria

Cited by 61 publications

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The effect of providing educational sessions about sexually transmitted diseases on knowledge and attitudes of secondary school students at Zagazig City

The effect of providing educational sessions about sexually transmitted diseases on knowledge and attitudes of secondary school students at Zagazig City

Knowledge and attitude about sexually transmitted infections other than HIV among college students

Knowledge About and Health Practices on Sexually Transmitted Infections among Commercial Sex Workers in an Urban Community

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