Preventive Interventions Regarding Sexuality in Adolescence: A Systematic Review of School-Based Programs

• de Azevedo, Fernando Martins ^[1] ; Schnor, Amanda Costa ^[2] ; Chaise, Rodrigo Falcão ^[2] ; Jacobsen, Gabriela dos Santos ^[2] ; Rocha, Kátia Bones ^[2] ; Pizzinato, Adolfo ^[1]
  1. [1] Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

     Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

     Brasil

     
  2. [2] Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul

     Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul

     Brasil

     
• Localización: Universitas psychologica, ISSN 1657-9267, Vol. 22, Nº. 1, 2023
• Idioma: español
• DOI: 10.11144/Javeriana.upsy22.pirs
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  • This study describes preventive interventions in school-based settings aimed at reducing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescents. A systematic review was conducted. 3860 articles were identified, of which 25 were thoroughly analyzed. The study adheres to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) checklist. Database searches using PsycNet, Scopus, and PubMed happened on May 27, 2020. MeSH terms were employed. The review was limited to articles published from January 1, 2016, to the search date. Inclusion criteria targeted original empirical studies on preventive interventions for school-age adolescents. The goal was to reach studies reporting school programs designed to work on adolescent sexuality, HIV, STIs, and sexual risk. Results indicate that most interventions significantly enhanced knowledge about HIV, STIs, and prevention. Notably, interventions with substantial behavioral outcomes (such as carrying a condom) covered a diverse range of topics. Gender, relationship equity, communication skills, decision-making, and violence are examples. It is possible to conclude the importance of a comprehensive approach to improving sexual health in adolescence.

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