Risky sexual behaviors and associated factors among university young adults in Zambezi, Namibia
| dc.contributor.author | Mahoto, Sylvia K. | |
| dc.contributor.author | Mitonga, Honoré K. | |
| dc.contributor.author | Likando, Eddy S. | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-05-13T06:22:52Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-05-13T06:22:52Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
| dc.description | This study defines RSBs as actions that increase the likelihood of contracting STIs or experiencing unplanned pregnancies. Based on published research, RSBs include engaging in unprotected intercourse, having multiple sexual partners, participating in sexual activity under the influence of substances or having sex immediately after exposure to pornographic material (Urassa et al. 2008; Kalolo et al. 2019). | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study investigates the prevalence of RSBs, associated factors and the need for targeted interventions among university students in the Zambezi region, it emphasises the importance of developing culturally sensitive interventions that promote consistent condom use and improve sexual health education to reduce STI risk and adverse sexual health outcome | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hsag.co.za/index.php/hsag/article/view/2725/0 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/11070/3992 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Health SA Gesondheid | |
| dc.subject | STIs | |
| dc.subject | Sexually transmitted infections | |
| dc.subject | HIV | |
| dc.subject | Young adults | |
| dc.subject | Adolescents | |
| dc.subject | Risky sexual behaviours | |
| dc.subject | Universities | |
| dc.subject | Higher learning institutions | |
| dc.subject | Zambezi region | |
| dc.subject | Namibia | |
| dc.subject | University of Namibia | |
| dc.title | Risky sexual behaviors and associated factors among university young adults in Zambezi, Namibia | |
| dc.type | Article |