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Uncertainty Management in Online Sexual Health Forums
Erin D Basinger1, Amy L Delaney2, Carter Williams1
1Department of Communication Studies, University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Health Communication
|October 4, 2021
Summary
People seek online social support to manage sexual health uncertainty, driven by negative emotions and stigma. Support helps integrate information, assess risks, and strategize communication, improving sexual health discussions.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Health Communication
- Psychology
Background:
- Sexual health is vital for overall well-being but difficult to discuss.
- Individuals experience uncertainty due to bodily changes, relationships, and identity exploration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how individuals manage sexual health uncertainty using social support in online forums.
- To understand the functions of social support in addressing sexual health concerns.
Main Methods:
- Grounded theory analysis of online forum discussions.
- Qualitative investigation of user-generated content related to sexual health uncertainty.
Main Results:
- Negative emotions, avoidance, and medical care seeking prompted online support seeking.
- Social support facilitated information integration, risk assessment, and communication strategies.
- Stigma emerged as a significant factor influencing online sexual health discussions.
Conclusions:
- Online social support plays a crucial role in managing sexual health uncertainty.
- Findings offer insights for enhancing sexual education, communication, and patient-provider relationships.
- Addressing stigma is essential for open and effective sexual health dialogue.
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