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Condom negotiation strategy use and effectiveness among college students
Kathryn J Holland1, Sabine Elizabeth French
1Department of Psychology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 48109-1043, USA. kahollan@umich.edu
Journal of Sex Research
|July 8, 2011
Summary
Promoting condom influence strategies (CIS) can increase safe sex practices among college students. Utilizing all strategies, especially assertive ones, is key for higher condom use, particularly for women.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sexual Health
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- College students frequently engage in risky sexual behaviors, increasing STI transmission risk.
- Inconsistent condom use is a significant concern within this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between six condom influence strategies (CIS) and reported condom use in college students.
- To identify demographic differences (gender, race/ethnicity, relationship status) in CIS and condom use.
- To explore patterns of CIS usage and their relationship with condom use.
Main Methods:
- A diverse group of college students reported on their use of six condom influence strategies (CIS).
- Statistical analyses examined differences in CIS and condom use by gender, race/ethnicity, and relationship status.
- Cluster analysis identified patterns of CIS usage and their correlation with condom use.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in CIS use were observed across gender, race/ethnicity, and relationship status.
- Four distinct patterns of CIS usage were identified.
- Frequent and assertive CIS use was associated with increased condom use.
- Men reported higher condom use than women, with CIS being particularly crucial for female condom use.
- No significant differences in condom use were found based on race/ethnicity or relationship type.
Conclusions:
- Condom influence strategies (CIS) are vital for promoting condom use among college students.
- Interventions should incorporate comprehensive and assertive CIS, acknowledging gender-specific needs.
- Future programs should consider demographic variations when implementing sexual health initiatives.
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