Starting on a Healthy Path: Promotion of Young Men's Sexual Health
| Autor: | M. Jane Park, David J. Breland |
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| Rok vydání: | 2007 |
| Předmět: |
Male
Health (social science) Adolescent Sexual Behavior lcsh:Medicine Human sexuality Health Promotion Sex Education Developmental psychology Condoms Risk-Taking Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) Health care Prevalence Humans Medicine Reproductive health Sexual identity business.industry lcsh:R Public Health Environmental and Occupational Health medicine.disease Health equity Health promotion Adolescent Health Services Health education Men's Health business |
| Zdroj: | American Journal of Men's Health, Vol 1 (2007) |
| ISSN: | 1557-9891 1557-9883 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/1557988307300784 |
| Popis: | Sexuality is an integral part of human life. Men's needs in sexual and reproductive health and health care are receiving increased attention. Adolescence offers the opportunity to improve men's sexual health, as males begin exploring their sexual identity and developing romantic relationships. Despite encouraging trends in risky behavior and health status, rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain high and disparities persist. Young African American men have higher incidence of risky behavior, STIs, and HIV/AIDS. Promoting sexual health and well-being for young men requires multifaceted strategies, including clinical care, education, and improved access to services. Strategies should address the needs of all youth, including homosexual youth. Although reducing specific risky behaviors and health problems remains a priority, more holistic efforts to understand the context and meaning of sexual activity for young males are needed. |
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