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School-based programs to reduce sexual risk-taking behaviors.

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  • 1ETR Associates, Santa Cruz, CA 95061-1830.

The Journal of School Health
|September 1, 1992
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This review examines programs aimed at reducing sexual risk-taking behaviors and highlights effective strategies for prevention. It offers recommendations for improving program evaluations to better assess success in reducing unprotected sex.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Behavioral Science
  • Health Education

Background:

  • Sexual risk-taking behaviors remain a significant public health concern.
  • Previous interventions have shown varied success in reducing unprotected sexual intercourse.
  • A focused review of targeted programs is needed to identify effective strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review major approaches for reducing sexual risk-taking behaviors over the past two decades.
  • To examine the evidence supporting the success of these interventions.
  • To provide recommendations for effective program design and evaluation.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of studies published in the last 20 years.
  • Analysis of programs specifically designed to reduce unprotected sexual intercourse.
Keywords:
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome--prevention and controlAdolescent PregnancyAdolescentsAge FactorsAmericasBarrier MethodsBehaviorCondomContraceptionContraceptive MethodsContraceptive Usage--changesDemographic FactorsDeveloped CountriesDiseasesEconomic FactorsFamily PlanningFertilityHiv Infections--prevention and controlInfectionsNeedsNorth AmericaNorthern AmericaOrganization And AdministrationPopulationPopulation CharacteristicsPopulation DynamicsPremarital Sex Behavior--changesProgramsReproductive BehaviorReproductive Tract InfectionsRisk Reduction BehaviorSchool-based ServicesSex BehaviorSexually Transmitted Diseases--prevention and controlUnited StatesViral DiseasesYouth

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  • Evaluation of reported evidence for program effectiveness.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified key programmatic approaches implemented to reduce sexual risk-taking.
    • Assessed the empirical evidence for the success of various interventions.
    • Highlighted commonalities and differences in effective program strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective programs often incorporate specific behavioral change techniques.
    • Robust program evaluation is crucial for understanding and improving interventions.
    • Recommendations are provided for future program development and assessment to enhance public health outcomes.