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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PREVENTIVE PRACTICES FOR SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

Chinwe Nneamaka Epunah

Abstract


Preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has become imperative due to the alarming rate of occurrence, especially among adolescents. This study therefore examined the preventive practices of STIs among secondary school students in Edo State, Nigeria. A total of 763 students were selected for this study using multistage sampling technique. Structure questionnaire was used to collect data on the preventive practices of STIs among the students. The data were analyzed using simple percentages and t-test. Findings revealed abstinence as the main preventive measure for STIs among students. However, the use of condom among sexually active respondents was low. The most significant factor influencing abstinence was eroding societal values while for condom, it was considered too expensive for regular use. There was significant difference in STIs preventive practices of the respondents based on gender but was not significant based on location. It was recommended among others, that capacity building programmes be organized periodically for students, teachers and parents to equip them with necessary skills to handle sexual issues, especially those that put them at risk of contracting STIs.

Keywords


Sexually transmitted infections, comparative analysis, Preventive Practices, Adolescents, Edo State

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