Sexual Coercion and Risky Sexual Behavior in Ugandan University Students
Author Information
Author(s): Agardh Anette, Odberg-Pettersson Karen, Östergren Per-Olof
Primary Institution: Lund University
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess the association between the experience of sexual coercion and risky sexual behavior among university students in Uganda.
Conclusion
The study found that sexual coercion is common among Ugandan youth and is associated with risky sexual behavior.
Supporting Evidence
- 31.1% of students reported experiencing sexual coercion.
- 59% of participants had previously had sexual intercourse.
- Sexual coercion was significantly associated with early sexual debut and having many sexual partners.
Takeaway
Many university students in Uganda have experienced sexual coercion, which can lead to risky behaviors like having multiple sexual partners.
Methodology
The study used a self-administered questionnaire to collect data from undergraduate students at Mbarara University of Science and Technology.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of sexual coercion due to stigma may lead to biased results.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design limits causal inference, and there may be selection bias due to non-response on sensitive questions.
Participant Demographics
Participants were undergraduate students from Mbarara University, with a majority being male and under 24 years old.
Statistical Information
P-Value
1.6 (1.1-2.3) for previously had sex, 2.4 (1.5-3.7) for early sexual debut, 1.9 (1.2-3.0) for many sexual partners
Confidence Interval
95% CI; 1.1-2.3 for previously had sex, 1.5-3.7 for early sexual debut, 1.2-3.0 for many sexual partners
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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