Understanding gender differences in condom use self-efficacy among youth in urban Cameroon.

Full Abstract

The aim of this study was to understand gender differences in components of condom use self-efficacy to inform the design of effective reproductive health interventions for youth. Data stem from a July to August 2000 reproductive health survey among youth aged 15-24. Gender differentials in self-efficacy are analyzed using logistic regression. Perceived ability to discuss and negotiate condom use is high for both sexes. Women are less likely than men to know correct condom use (58% vs. 80%, p<.01) but are more likely to be shy buying condoms (67% vs. 50%, p<.01). Prior experience buying and using condoms, parental support, and condom promotion affect perceived ability to correctly use condoms and shyness buying condoms. Programs aiming to increase self-efficacy in condom use should focus on increasing confidence in youth's ability to buy condoms and to use them correctly, especially for young women. There is a need for programs that publicize and/or increase access to youth-friendly outlets and increase the acceptability of young women buying condoms.

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Author information

Author/s: Meekers, Dominique (D); Klein, Megan (M);

Affiliation: Department of International Health and Development, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA. dmeekers(-atsign-)tulane.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Journal: AIDS education and prevention : official publication of the International Society for AIDS Education (AIDS Educ Prev), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2002-Feb; vol 14 (issue 1) : pp 62-72

Dates: Created 2002/03/19; Completed 2002/10/30; Revised 2007/11/15;

PMID: 11900111, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 12/26/2008)

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MeSH headings (categories)

This article was linked to the MESH Headings shown below.

Adolescent
Adult
Advertising as Topic
Cameroon
Condoms
Female
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice

Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Humans
Male
Mass Media
Self Efficacy
Sex Factors
Urban Population

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