Abstract:It was evaluated knowledge, attitude and practice concerning contraceptive pills and preservatives among teenagers at a public University of São Paulo. A Questionnaire was applied for 295 students. We verified that teenagers presented a positive attitude as to contraceptive practices because 92.6% of them said that adolescents should use contraceptive methods, and among those who had already initiated their sexual activities, 82% answered that they always used some type of contraceptive during their sexual int… Show more
“…We must also consider the implications and impact of such early sexual initiation, often aggravated by lack of knowledge, reflection, and critical awareness of their behavior related to sex. As a consequence of these factors, unexpected pregnancy has been reported as a vulnerability in this phase of life (3,9,11) , and it may contribute to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, along with birth complications, prematurity, and increased risk of miscarriage (12,13) . Another consequence of adolescent pregnancy is the dropout rate, which can reduce the opportunities for professional growth and development (6) .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Adolescents' lack of concern may be related to the fact that their relationships are occasional (8) , as well as to early sexual initiation, because the earlier it happens the lower the chances of using contraceptive methods and, consequently, the higher the chances of pregnancy (19) . Regarding the responsibility of using a contraceptive method, a study conducted with adolescents at a public university in the state of São Paulo also reported that adolescents believe that the couple is responsible for it (3) . In this sense, counseling and prevention measures are essential not only for girls but also for boys in order to get them involved in the responsibility related to contraception.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Another study (3) demonstrated that most adolescents believed that they should use condoms during every sexual intercourse; however, 17.6% reported they would have unprotected sex if they trusted their partner. These studies reveal that adolescents are only concerned about preventing an unwanted pregnancy, showing that they still believe they are not exposed to any kind of STD.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Another reason for concern is the lack of information and communication between family members, either because of taboos or adolescents' fear of taking control over their sexuality (1,2) . Such unsafe experiences may lead to unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) (3) .…”
Objective: To describe and analyze adolescents' knowledge and attitudes in relation to contraception.Methods: Descriptive study with a quantitative analysis comprising a sample of 499 adolescents of five state schools of Cuiabá, MT, Brazil, with a structured questionnaire. Data were processed and analyzed by Epi-Info software, with bivariate analysis.Results: Among the studied adolescents, 36% were sexually active; the use of contraceptive methods was referred by 77% of the girls and 66% of the boys; 55% stated they were more familiar with condoms associated with oral and injectable contraceptives; among the adolescents who were sexually active, 40% of the boys and 58% of the girls talk with their lovers/partners on ways to avoid pregnancy; 54% of the girls and 40% of the boys stated that both the man and the woman should use a contraceptive method; the source of indication of contraceptive methods were friends for 22% of the boys and physicians for 36% of the girls.Conclusions: Although adolescents present some knowledge and adequate attitudes about contraception, there is still the need for prevention and sexual orientation in face of the lack of dialogue between partners, the non-adoption of preventive methods in all sexual intercourses and the reported pregnancy rate.Key-words: contraception; adolescent behavior; adolescent health; pregnancy in adolescence; sexuality.
RESUMOObjetivo: Descrever e analisar os saberes e atitudes dos adolescentes sobre a contracepção.Métodos: Estudo descritivo com análise quantitativa, compreendendo uma amostra de 499 adolescentes de cinco escolas estaduais de Cuiabá, MT, utilizando-se um questionário fechado. Os dados foram processados e analisados pelo programa Epi-Info, com análises bivariadas.Resultados: Entre os adolescentes estudados, constatou-se que 36% têm vida sexual ativa, sendo o uso atual de algum método contraceptivo presente em 77% das meninas e 66% dos meninos; com relação aos métodos contraceptivos mais conhecidos pelos adolescentes, 55% declararam conhecer o preservativo juntamente com os anticoncepcionais orais e injetáveis; identificou-se entre os adolescentes sexualmente ativos que apenas 40% dos meninos e 58% das meninas conversam sempre com seus namorados(as)/parceiros(as) sobre maneiras de evitar a gravidez; 54% das meninas e 40% dos meninos declararam que quem deve usar o método contraceptivo deve ser tanto o homem quanto a mulher; a fonte de indicação dos métodos contraceptivos foram os amigos(as) para 22% dos meninos e os médicos para 36% das meninas.Conclusões: Apesar de os adolescentes apresentarem alguns conhecimentos e atitudes adequadas em relação à contracepção, ainda há a necessidade de ações de prevenção e orientação sexual, tendo em vista o relato de pouco diálogo entre os parceiros, a não adoção de métodos de prevenção em todas as relações sexuais e a ocorrência de gravidez.
Contraceptive knowledge and attitudes among adolescentsPalavras-chave: anticoncepção; comportamento do adolescente; saúde do adolescente; gravidez na adolescênci...
“…We must also consider the implications and impact of such early sexual initiation, often aggravated by lack of knowledge, reflection, and critical awareness of their behavior related to sex. As a consequence of these factors, unexpected pregnancy has been reported as a vulnerability in this phase of life (3,9,11) , and it may contribute to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, along with birth complications, prematurity, and increased risk of miscarriage (12,13) . Another consequence of adolescent pregnancy is the dropout rate, which can reduce the opportunities for professional growth and development (6) .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Adolescents' lack of concern may be related to the fact that their relationships are occasional (8) , as well as to early sexual initiation, because the earlier it happens the lower the chances of using contraceptive methods and, consequently, the higher the chances of pregnancy (19) . Regarding the responsibility of using a contraceptive method, a study conducted with adolescents at a public university in the state of São Paulo also reported that adolescents believe that the couple is responsible for it (3) . In this sense, counseling and prevention measures are essential not only for girls but also for boys in order to get them involved in the responsibility related to contraception.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Another study (3) demonstrated that most adolescents believed that they should use condoms during every sexual intercourse; however, 17.6% reported they would have unprotected sex if they trusted their partner. These studies reveal that adolescents are only concerned about preventing an unwanted pregnancy, showing that they still believe they are not exposed to any kind of STD.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Another reason for concern is the lack of information and communication between family members, either because of taboos or adolescents' fear of taking control over their sexuality (1,2) . Such unsafe experiences may lead to unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) (3) .…”
Objective: To describe and analyze adolescents' knowledge and attitudes in relation to contraception.Methods: Descriptive study with a quantitative analysis comprising a sample of 499 adolescents of five state schools of Cuiabá, MT, Brazil, with a structured questionnaire. Data were processed and analyzed by Epi-Info software, with bivariate analysis.Results: Among the studied adolescents, 36% were sexually active; the use of contraceptive methods was referred by 77% of the girls and 66% of the boys; 55% stated they were more familiar with condoms associated with oral and injectable contraceptives; among the adolescents who were sexually active, 40% of the boys and 58% of the girls talk with their lovers/partners on ways to avoid pregnancy; 54% of the girls and 40% of the boys stated that both the man and the woman should use a contraceptive method; the source of indication of contraceptive methods were friends for 22% of the boys and physicians for 36% of the girls.Conclusions: Although adolescents present some knowledge and adequate attitudes about contraception, there is still the need for prevention and sexual orientation in face of the lack of dialogue between partners, the non-adoption of preventive methods in all sexual intercourses and the reported pregnancy rate.Key-words: contraception; adolescent behavior; adolescent health; pregnancy in adolescence; sexuality.
RESUMOObjetivo: Descrever e analisar os saberes e atitudes dos adolescentes sobre a contracepção.Métodos: Estudo descritivo com análise quantitativa, compreendendo uma amostra de 499 adolescentes de cinco escolas estaduais de Cuiabá, MT, utilizando-se um questionário fechado. Os dados foram processados e analisados pelo programa Epi-Info, com análises bivariadas.Resultados: Entre os adolescentes estudados, constatou-se que 36% têm vida sexual ativa, sendo o uso atual de algum método contraceptivo presente em 77% das meninas e 66% dos meninos; com relação aos métodos contraceptivos mais conhecidos pelos adolescentes, 55% declararam conhecer o preservativo juntamente com os anticoncepcionais orais e injetáveis; identificou-se entre os adolescentes sexualmente ativos que apenas 40% dos meninos e 58% das meninas conversam sempre com seus namorados(as)/parceiros(as) sobre maneiras de evitar a gravidez; 54% das meninas e 40% dos meninos declararam que quem deve usar o método contraceptivo deve ser tanto o homem quanto a mulher; a fonte de indicação dos métodos contraceptivos foram os amigos(as) para 22% dos meninos e os médicos para 36% das meninas.Conclusões: Apesar de os adolescentes apresentarem alguns conhecimentos e atitudes adequadas em relação à contracepção, ainda há a necessidade de ações de prevenção e orientação sexual, tendo em vista o relato de pouco diálogo entre os parceiros, a não adoção de métodos de prevenção em todas as relações sexuais e a ocorrência de gravidez.
Contraceptive knowledge and attitudes among adolescentsPalavras-chave: anticoncepção; comportamento do adolescente; saúde do adolescente; gravidez na adolescênci...
“…Studies show that adolescents of lower age and lower education become sexually active earlier, having less knowledge about MACs, while the older age, higher education and high family income have more knowledge. [5][6][7] Most contraceptive methods can be used by teenagers; however, the methods chosen and greater knowledge on these young people are constantly condom and oral and injectable contraceptives. 7 Although Family Planning program also should address the adolescent, guaranteeing him access to information of good quality and the availability of contraceptive alternatives, promoting his approach to the health service; not always the teenager believes his expectations met, which ends for distancing him from service units.…”
Objective: Analyzing the scientific production in the ten-year period related to knowledge about contraception in adolescence. Method: To reach the proposed objective we opted for the choice of the integrative review (RI). The search for primary studies took place in September 2014 and included 13 articles. Results: Studies have shown that most teens are aware only of the condom and oral and injectable contraceptives, also showing strong relationship between low education and the young age, with no use of the methods. Conclusion: Young people begin their sexual activity increasingly early, which has provided a gradual increase access and to the knowledge about contraceptive use. But still, there are many uncertainties in relation to contraceptive methods, requiring investments in sexual education of adolescents
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