The study examines assessment of adolescents’ sexual behaviour as a risk factor for hiv infection in akoko northwest local government area of Ondo state. The descriptive survey design was used for the study. A study sample of 378 adolescents in Akoko Northwest Local Government Area of Ondo State were randomly selected using the multi-stage random sampling technique. Primary data was collected and gathered with the aid of structured, self-administered questionnaire.Clarity of questions was tested by first conducting a pilot study Statistic. Retrieval of instrument from respondents was immediate yielding a 100% return rate. SPSS was then combined with EPI Info to make a comprehensive result that was outlined in the results section. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentage distribution was used to show the distribution of the study population according to selected study variables.
There is no evidence of association between adolescents’ gender, class, and ethnicity while there is an association between adolescents’ age, religion and adolescent sexual behaviour. That majority of the adolescents were aware of HIV, Majority of the adolescents were aware of HIV/AIDS via peer group, Major prevalent risky sexual behaviours among adolescents is virginal sex, Majority of the respondent had their first sex at age 11-13 years, Majority of the respondent had never used condom.There is significant association between the level of awareness of HIV/AIDS and prevalent risky sexual behaviours of the adolescent. Based on the findings of this study one can candidly conclude that Major prevalent risky sexual behaviours among adolescents is virginal sex. That majority of the adolescents were aware of HIV. Majority of the adolescents were aware of HIV/AIDS via peer group. That majority of the adolescents were aware of HIV and mostly through friends/peer group. Majority of the respondent had their first sex at age 11-13 years, Majority of the respondent had never used condom.And that there is significant association between the level of awareness of HIV/AIDS and prevalence of risky sexual behaviours of the adolescents.
There is need to introduce HIV Voluntary Counseling and Testing services in schools through the School and Adolescent Health Programmes, while more attention should be given to proper implementation of the existing programs that reduce stigma, and inculcate a more positive attitude to People Living with HIV/AIDS.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Statements of the problem
1.3 Justifications for the study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Aims and Objectives
1.5.1 General Objectives
1.5.2 Specific Objectives
2. Literature Review
2.1 Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health issues
2.1.1 Knowledge and awareness of HIV infection
2.1.2 Awareness and Knowledge of HPV, Chlamydia, Syphilis and Gonorrhoea
2.1.3 Knowledge of contraceptive and use
2.2 Attitudes towards sexual activity and HIV Infection
2.2.1 Age at first sexual intercourse and reasons for sexual activity
2.2.2 Attitudes and Perceptions of HIV infection
2.3 Sexual behaviours and usage of contraceptives
2.3.1 Practices of abstinence
2.3.2 Form of sexual intercourse practiced
2.3.3 Reasons for adolescent sexual activity
2.3.4 Age of First Union/Marriage
2.3.5 Number of Sexual Partners
2.3.6 Early pregnancy and childbearing
2.3.7 Practice of abortion
2.3.8. Contraceptives &condoms use
2.4 HIV/AIDS ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS IN ADOLESCENT SEXUALITY
2.4.1 Peer Pressure and Influence
2.4.2 Alcohols and Drugs
2.4.3 Mass Media
2.4.3 Socioeconomic Factors; Poverty and Unemployment
2.4.4 Parental influence
2.4.5 Parent - Child Communication:
2.4.6 Religion
3. METHODOLOGY
3.1 Study Area
3.2 Study Design
3.3 Duration of study
3.4 Study Population
3.5 Selection Criteria
3.5.1.1 Inclusion Criteria
3.5.1.2 Exclusion Criteria
3.6 Sample size determination
3.7 Sampling technique
3.8 Data Management
3.8.1 Tools for data collection
3.8.2 Pretesting
3.8.3 Training of research assistants
3.8.4 Method of data analysis
3.9. Ethical considerations
3.10 Duration/Timeline
3.11 Limitation
4. RESULT AND DISCUSSION
4. Results
Discussion of Findings
5. SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Summary
Conclusion
Recommendation
Research Objectives and Focus
The study aims to assess the sexual behaviours of in-school adolescents in the Akoko Northwest Local Government Area of Ondo State to determine if these behaviours place them at risk of HIV infection and to provide recommendations for effective reproductive health strategies.
- Assessment of prevalent risky sexual behaviours among adolescents.
- Evaluation of the relationship between awareness levels and sexual risk-taking.
- Identification of primary sources of HIV/AIDS information for students.
- Determination of socio-demographic factors influencing adolescent sexual decision-making.
- Provision of evidence-based recommendations for school-based health programmes.
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1.1 BACKGROUND
Adolescence, the transition from childhood to adulthood, is one of the most dynamic stages of human development.1 It is a time of marked physical, emotional, and intellectual changes, as well as changes in social roles, relationships and expectations.1 It is a time of opportunity and risk during which attitudes, values and behaviours that form a young person's future begin to develop and take shape.1
The Adolescents are persons aged 10-19years, however in the real sense adolescents are not just teenagers but they include 10-24 year-olds.2 Adolescence is not one developmental stage, but three developmental stages: Early adolescence (10-14 years of age); Middle adolescence (15-17 years of age); and Late adolescence and young adults (18-24 years of age).1 Expert opinion about the age range for adolescence varies by organization and agency. The health resources and services administration’s bright futures guidelines for health supervision define the age range for adolescence as 11-21 years.2 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines the age range for adolescents as 10-19 and refers to 20-24 year olds as young adults, but often groups adolescents and young adults together, recognizing that 20-24 year olds have many developmental and health needs similar to adolescents.2 The three separate stages are important to consider when planning strategies and programs to meet the developmental needs of adolescents.1
Summary of Chapters
Chapter One: This chapter introduces the significance of adolescence as a critical developmental period and outlines the problem of rising HIV infection rates among youth in Nigeria, setting the research goals.
Chapter Two: This chapter reviews global and local literature on adolescent reproductive health, sexual behaviours, and risk factors such as peer pressure, mass media, and socioeconomic conditions.
Chapter Three: This chapter details the research methodology, including the descriptive survey design, sampling techniques used in the Akoko Northwest LGA, and the tools for data collection.
Chapter Four: This chapter presents the statistical results of the study, including socio-demographic data and findings on prevalent risky sexual behaviours, supported by tables and charts.
Chapter Five: This chapter synthesizes the study findings, draws final conclusions, and offers recommendations for stakeholders to improve adolescent sexual health interventions.
Keywords
Adolescents, Sexual Behaviour, HIV Infection, Risk Factor, Ondo State, Reproductive Health, Contraceptive Use, Peer Pressure, Secondary School Students, Sexual Debut, Awareness, HIV/AIDS, Nigeria, Public Health, Abstinence
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The study assesses sexual behaviours of in-school adolescents in Akoko Northwest LGA, Nigeria, to identify them as risk factors for HIV infection.
What are the primary themes discussed in the work?
Key themes include adolescent sexual development, knowledge of HIV/AIDS, factors influencing sexual risk, and the impact of socio-demographic variables.
What is the primary objective of this study?
The main goal is to determine if the current sexual behaviour of in-school adolescents in the study area puts them at significant risk of HIV infection.
Which scientific method was employed?
The study utilized a cross-sectional descriptive survey design with a multi-stage random sampling technique to collect primary data.
What subjects are covered in the main body?
The main body covers a literature review on adolescent sexuality, methodological procedures, data analysis of sexual risk behaviours, and a discussion of findings compared to existing studies.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Relevant keywords include Adolescents, Sexual Behaviour, HIV, Risk Factor, Ondo State, Reproductive Health, and Awareness.
How did peer pressure influence the findings?
The study found that peer groups are the primary source of sexual information for many adolescents, which often exposes them to incorrect or misleading advice regarding sexual practices.
What was the conclusion regarding condom usage?
The research concluded that a majority of the respondents had never used a condom, indicating a significant gap in preventative health practices among the surveyed adolescents.
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- Tajudeen Temitayo Adebayo (Author), Abdul-Azeez Olorunnisola Adewale (Author), 2019, Assessment of Adolescents´ Sexual Behaviour as a Risk Factor For HIV Infection, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/467893
