Parents' Perspectives on Talking to Preteenage Children About Sex

Wilson, Ellen; Dalberth, Barbara; Koo, Helen P.; Gard, Jennifer

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“…This may be particularly true for younger girls with close relationships with their mothers. 25,26 Importantly, many of the girls who reported having sought testing in the past also reported having talked about it first with their partner, if they had one at the time. Several factors may influence whether a young woman decides to have this discussion with her partner, such as relationship length and level of commitment, self-confidence, and expected partner reactions.…”

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“Something We'd Rather Not Talk About”: Findings from CDC Exploratory Research on Sexually Transmitted Disease Communication with Girls and Women

Friedman

Bloodgood

2010

Journal of Women's Health

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Background: Chlamydia is a leading cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which can lead to ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain, and infertility. Annual Chlamydia screening is recommended for all sexually active women aged 25 years, yet only about 40% of eligible women are screened each year in the United States. To promote Chlamydia screening for the prevention of infertility, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is developing direct-to-consumer efforts for sexually active young women and key influencers. To inform this effort, CDC sought to explore girls'=women's understandings of sexually transmitted disease (STD) and Chlamydia testing and STD communications and information sources. Methods: Two waves of one-on-one interviews (n ¼ 125) were conducted in 10 metropolitan areas with African American, Caucasian, and Latina females, aged 15-25 years. Results: Most participants were not knowledgeable about Chlamydia or its screening; their discussions about it suggested low levels of perceived susceptibility or relevance to Chlamydia and screening. STDs are rarely discussed in home or social settings or with partners or close friends; yet young women may turn to interpersonal sources if concerned about an STD. Providers are the primary and preferred source of STD information for girls and women, although missed opportunities for engaging young women in STD=sexual health discussions were identified in clinical and other settings. Conclusions: Providers, family members, friends, and partners may serve as important intermediaries for reaching young women and encouraging STD=Chlamydia screening. Resources are identified that could be leveraged and=or developed to facilitate such interactions.

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“Something We'd Rather Not Talk About”: Findings from CDC Exploratory Research on Sexually Transmitted Disease Communication with Girls and Women

Friedman

Bloodgood

2010

Journal of Women's Health

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“…In Australia, the societal expectation is that parents will communicate with their children about sexuality 31,32 . For instance, research 33,34 indicates that parents in countries like Australia are cognisant of the expectation of parental involvement in the sexual health and wellbeing education of their children. Whether parents are comfortable having such conversations or are knowledgeable about the topic is another issue.…”

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confidence: 99%

Culture Clash: Shona (Zimbabwean) Migrant Women’s Experiences with Communicating about Sexual Health and Wellbeing across Cultures and Generations

Dune

Mapedzahama

2017

Afr J Reprod Health

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This paper discusses the influence of cross-cultural modes of communication on perceptions of sexual health and wellbeing for Shona (Zimbabwean) women living in Australia and their children. Data was collected using focus groups in South Australia with fourteen women, between the ages of 29 and 53. Transcripts were analysed thematically. The women primarily constructed sexual health and wellbeing in customary Shona ways, which not only maintain secrecy about sexual health and wellbeing discourse, but also prohibit parents from talking to children about sexual health as such talk is reserved for particular kin and nonkin relationships. These constructions however became more fluid the longer the women resided in Australia. Keywords: Africa, cross-cultural, Australia, intergenerational, sexual health, intercultural communication RésuméCet article traite de l'influence des modes de communication interculturels sur les perceptions de la santé sexuelle et du bien-être des femmes Shona (Zimbabwéennes) vivant en Australie ainsi que leurs enfants. Les données ont été recueillies en utilisant des discussions à groupes témoin en Australie du Sud avec quatorze femmes, âgées de 29 à 53 ans. Les transcriptions ont été analysées thématiquement. Les femmes ont principalement construit la santé sexuelle et le bien-être dans les méthodes coutumières de Shona, qui non seulement conservent le secret sur la santé sexuelle et le discours sur le bien-être, mais interdisent également aux parents de parler aux enfants de la santé sexuelle car les discussions sont réservées aux relations parentales et nonparentales particulières. Cependant, ces constructions sont devenues plus fluides le plus longtemps que les femmes résident en Australie. Pour ces femmes, les notions de santé sexuelle et de bien-être sont une négociation entre les constructions australiennes et celles de la culture Shona, surtout lorsqu'elles sont appliquées à leurs enfants. Cette recherche souligne l'influence. (Afr J Reprod Health 2017; 21[1]: 18-29).

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“…In addition, in most cases, this information is not part of the reality of young people, which can result in a lack of understanding or misunderstanding. (10) For parents, it is difficult to address the sexuality of their children when they themselves are still surrounded by taboos and uncertainties. For many parents, the sexuality of their children raises questions concerning repressed aspects of their own sexuality.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…As a consequence, they have difficulties identifying their own perceptions on the theme. (10) It is important to remember that sexuality encompasses not only sexual intercourse but is also "a subjective process, mediated through the body, experience, exchange, exploration, and projections built throughout life." (13) Sexuality is present from conception and is considered essential to health and quality of life; therefore, it must be experienced in a comprehensive and healthy manner since childhood.…”

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confidence: 99%

Abordagem da sexualidade no diálogo entre pais e adolescentes

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Objective: To evaluate the approach to sexuality in the dialogue between parents and adolescents and to describe how nursing can intervene positively in this context. Methods: This descriptive and qualitative study involved 22 parents selected by simple sampling. A semistructured form was used for data collection, and the Collective Subject Discourse method was used to analyse the results. Results: The study included three categories: dialogue between parents and children on sexuality; topics addressed in the dialogue between parents and children; and counselling and difficulties experienced by parents. Conclusion: Parents experienced difficulties when addressing sexuality and addressed this topic only superficially. In this context, nursing plays an important role in the sexual education of adolescents and in the orientation provided in the family and school setting. ResumoObjetivo: Analisar a abordagem da sexualidade no diálogo entre pais e adolescentes e, descrever como a Enfermagem pode intervir de forma positiva nesse momento. Métodos: Estudo descritivo de abordagem qualitativa, desenvolvido com 22 pais, selecionados pelo processo de amostragem simples. Para coleta dos dados, foi utilizado formulário semiestruturado. Para análise dos resultados, utilizou-se o método do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo. Resultados: No desenvolvimento da pesquisa, emergiram três categorias: O diálogo entre pais e filhos sobre sexualidade; Aspectos abordados na conversa entre pais e filhos; e Aconselhamento e dificuldades vividas pelos pais. Conclusão: Os pais sentem dificuldade na abordagem da sexualidade, a fazem de forma superficial, de modo que a Enfermagem tem importante papel na educação sexual de adolescentes na orientação à família e na escola.

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Parents' Perspectives on Talking to Preteenage Children About Sex

Cited by 155 publications

References 28 publications

“Something We'd Rather Not Talk About”: Findings from CDC Exploratory Research on Sexually Transmitted Disease Communication with Girls and Women

“Something We'd Rather Not Talk About”: Findings from CDC Exploratory Research on Sexually Transmitted Disease Communication with Girls and Women

Culture Clash: Shona (Zimbabwean) Migrant Women’s Experiences with Communicating about Sexual Health and Wellbeing across Cultures and Generations

Abordagem da sexualidade no diálogo entre pais e adolescentes

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