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Sexual behaviors: study in the youth.

Patrícia Sofia Ferreira MirandaJoana Margarida Gonçalves AquinoRicardo Miguel Patrício de Carvalho MonteiroMaria Dos Anjos Coelho Rodrigues DixeAlexandra Maria Branco da LuzPascoal Moleiro
Published in: Einstein (Sao Paulo, Brazil) (2018)
The use of contraceptionin the first sexual intercourse was common in our sample. However, the number of adolescents not using any contraceptive method in subsequent sexual intercourses, and the high percentage of them who consider it unnecessary, are a concern. Unprotected sexual intercourses, as well as unplanned intercourses and under influence of alcohol or drugs, especially in the youngest, urge the need for intervention regarding sexual education.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • young adults
  • physical activity
  • randomized controlled trial
  • healthcare