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Source: U.S. National Technical Information
Services, 1995.
Slide 38
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Programs that lead to safer sexual behaviors address both attitudes
and skills that youth need, and provide accurate information.
A review of 49 studies designed to reduce sexual risk-taking
among youth found that young people need more than knowledge
about contraception and the risks of STIs to practice safer
sexual behavior. The analysis found that the programs that did
result in safer sexual practices among their participants had
certain elements in common. Other research has confirmed these
findings. These elements are grouped on the slide according
to content and to teaching methods and program design.
Content:
- provides basic, accurate information
- focuses on reducing sexual risk-taking
- addresses peer pressures to be sexually active
- strengthens individual and group values against unprotected
intercourse.
Teaching method/program design:
- provides modeling and opportunities for students to practice
communication and negotiation skills
- trains the instructors and involves the students in the
teaching methods
- lasts at least 14 hours or includes intense small-group
exercises.
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