Unveiling the Path: A Qualitative Study on the Initial Sexual Experiences of Cambodian Adolescents.

IF 16.4 1区化学 Q1 CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Accounts of Chemical Research Pub Date : 2024-09-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-12 DOI:10.1177/10436596241259199

Youngran Yang, Gloria Park, Hae Bin Kim

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Abstract

Introduction: There still remains a significant gap in understanding the sexual and reproductive health challenges faced by adolescents, particularly in the context of early sexual activity, teenage pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases. This study seeks to fill this gap by exploring the initial sexual experiences of Cambodian adolescents, highlighting the complex interplay of cultural, social, and personal influences that shape their sexual health decisions and outcomes.

Methodology: A descriptive qualitative research design was used. Thirty Cambodian adolescents were interviewed from March to June 202 and data were analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results: Participants met their sexual partners in school and through friendships and social networking sites. Their motivations for sexual activities ranged from intrinsic desires to influences of inebriation, love, and trust. Consent was crucial but some were influenced by partners. Awareness of sexual protection varied, affecting condom use and information-seeking behaviors. After initial encounters, participants grappled with complex emotions and physical changes.

Discussion: The findings suggest the need for educational interventions that address substance use; promote safe behavior, consensual conduct, open communication, and mutual respect; and provide coping strategies.

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揭开道路的面纱：柬埔寨青少年最初性经历的定性研究》。

导言：在了解青少年面临的性健康和生殖健康挑战方面仍然存在很大差距，尤其是在早期性行为、少女怀孕和性传播疾病方面。本研究试图通过探索柬埔寨青少年最初的性经历来填补这一空白，突出文化、社会和个人影响因素的复杂相互作用，这些因素决定了他们的性健康决定和结果：采用描述性定性研究设计。202 年 3 月至 6 月期间，对 30 名柬埔寨青少年进行了访谈，并采用主题分析法对数据进行了分析：结果：参与者在学校、朋友圈和社交网站上结识了性伴侣。他们进行性活动的动机既有内在的欲望，也有醉酒、爱情和信任的影响。同意至关重要，但有些人受到了性伴侣的影响。性保护意识各不相同，影响了安全套的使用和信息搜寻行为。初次邂逅后，参与者要面对复杂的情绪和身体变化：讨论：研究结果表明，有必要采取教育干预措施，以解决药物使用问题；促进安全行为、双方同意的行为、坦诚交流和相互尊重；并提供应对策略。

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Accounts of Chemical Research 化学-化学综合

CiteScore

31.40

自引率

1.10%

发文量

312

审稿时长

2 months

期刊介绍： Accounts of Chemical Research presents short, concise and critical articles offering easy-to-read overviews of basic research and applications in all areas of chemistry and biochemistry. These short reviews focus on research from the author’s own laboratory and are designed to teach the reader about a research project. In addition, Accounts of Chemical Research publishes commentaries that give an informed opinion on a current research problem. Special Issues online are devoted to a single topic of unusual activity and significance. Accounts of Chemical Research replaces the traditional article abstract with an article "Conspectus." These entries synopsize the research affording the reader a closer look at the content and significance of an article. Through this provision of a more detailed description of the article contents, the Conspectus enhances the article's discoverability by search engines and the exposure for the research.