Factors Associated with using Condom when Having Sex: Students of Mathayomsuksa Five at Mahasarakham Province in 2013

บทคัดย่อ

This cross-sectional descriptive study aimed to determine the sexual risk behaviors related to transmitted infection and factors associated with condom usage in grade five of Mathayomsuksa students in Mahasarakham province. A total of 216 students from 13 districts in Mahasarakham province participated in the study. Data were collected by questionnaires. Data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and Logistic regression. The results show that the majority of the samples were of age 16.9 years. They used condoms at 66.7%. They used a condom 64.1% during first intercourse. Students who did not use a condom because they felt confident as a couple 29.6%. Drinking alcohol before sex 54.2%. Student understanding about sexually transmitted infection and aids protection 73.9%. Learning about sexually transmitted infection and aids protection from school 67.6%. Regarding knowledge of aids, knowledge was moderate 56.1%. In conclusion, the results revealed that the students practiced limited condom usage and an understanding of aids. The public health and education institutions should continue to emphasize the importance of using a condom when having sex.