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RELATED STUDIES: FOREIGN STUDIES
The study by (Lyu, Shen, and Hesketh, 2020), entitled “Sexual behavior
and attitudes among Chinese university students: a cross-sectional
survey” conducted among 5965 undergraduates from nine universities
across three provinces in China highlights several key issues regarding sex
education and sexual health among young adults. It shows that despite
being part of a rapidly changing society, many young people still hold
conservative attitudes towards sex and engage in risky sexual behaviors
such as unprotected intercourse, leading to unplanned pregnancies. There
are also noticeable differences in sexual attitudes between males and
females, indicating a need for targeted interventions. The research
emphasizes the critical role of comprehensive sex education starting in
early adolescence to address these challenges. Additionally, it compares
two types of sex education programs from various countries, finding that
those incorporating gender equality content are more effective in reducing
unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. This suggests
that including discussions about gender equity in sex education could lead
to better sexual health outcomes and reduced instances of sexual
coercion.
In a quantitative survey entitled “A Study on Sexual Behavior and
Awareness Among Students of Junior Colleges in Kolhapur” conducted at
two junior colleges in Kolhapur from September to December 2019,
researchers found that many students lacked sexual experience and

knowledge about contraceptives. About 37% of them didn't know about
birth control methods, which is lower than what has been reported
previously. The study also highlighted a high level of uncertainty (66%)
about sex education, likely due to societal taboos around sex. This
suggests a need for sex education in junior colleges to improve sexual
health and reduce STDs. The findings call for government-led initiatives to
provide comprehensive sex education to all adolescents nationwide
(Altekarl, Sanade, Shinde, and Gavandil, 2021).
The study, conducted by Sunday Obro (2020), entitled “A Study of the
Level of Awareness and Attitude of Upper Basic Social Studies Students
towards Sex Education” found that students generally have a low level of
awareness about sex education, with no significant difference in
awareness levels between genders. It highlighted that students often lack
accurate information about their bodies, self-respect, and sexuality,
relying on potentially incorrect or misleading advice from friends,
schoolmates, or social media. Despite this, the study noted a positive
attitude towards sex education among students, suggesting that
implementing sex education programs in schools could be beneficial. The
findings align with broader research indicating a need for improved sex
education to equip students with the knowledge and skills to make
responsible decisions regarding their sexual and social lives.

The study by Sharma (2021), entitled “Gender Differences in Sexual
Knowledge and Awareness of Risky Sexual Behaviors Among Adolescents
in Urban Schools”, looked at how aware urban school-going adolescents
are about sex education, focusing on differences between girls and boys.
It found that girls generally know more about sex and risky behaviors than
boys. Specifically, girls scored higher in understanding safe sexual
practices and the risks involved in sexual activities, showing they're more
knowledgeable about these topics. This suggests that girls are more
aware and mature in terms of sexual knowledge and understanding risky
behaviors compared to boys.
The study by Iqbal (2021), entitled “Challenges and Opportunities in
Teaching Sex and Reproductive Health Education: Insights from Student
and Teacher Interactions” observed that during discussions about sex and
reproductive health, girls often showed signs of embarrassment, such as
lowering their gaze or blushing. There was little questioning from
students, indicating reluctance to engage deeply with the topic. These
observations stress the need for overcoming shyness and conservatism
around sexuality and reproductive health in education. The study argues
for making sex and reproductive education as common as arts and
science in schools, starting before puberty. It highlights the importance of
teachers, schools, mass media, and parents in providing accurate
information to young people, aiming to bridge the knowledge gap on
these critical subjects.

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RELATED STUDIES: FOREIGN STUDIES

and attitudes among Chinese university students: a cross-sectional

survey” conducted among 5965 undergraduates from nine universities

conservative attitudes towards sex and engage in risky sexual behaviors

such as unprotected intercourse, leading to unplanned pregnancies. There

are also noticeable differences in sexual attitudes between males and

females, indicating a need for targeted interventions. The research

emphasizes the critical role of comprehensive sex education starting in

early adolescence to address these challenges. Additionally, it compares

those incorporating gender equality content are more effective in reducing

unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. This suggests

to better sexual health outcomes and reduced instances of sexual

In a quantitative survey entitled “A Study on Sexual Behavior and

Awareness Among Students of Junior Colleges in Kolhapur” conducted at

two junior colleges in Kolhapur from September to December 2019,

researchers found that many students lacked sexual experience and

previously. The study also highlighted a high level of uncertainty (66%)

suggests a need for sex education in junior colleges to improve sexual

provide comprehensive sex education to all adolescents nationwide

(Altekarl, Sanade, Shinde, and Gavandil, 2021).

The study, conducted by Sunday Obro (2020), entitled “A Study of the

Level of Awareness and Attitude of Upper Basic Social Studies Students

awareness about sex education, with no significant difference in

awareness levels between genders. It highlighted that students often lack

accurate information about their bodies, self-respect, and sexuality,

relying on potentially incorrect or misleading advice from friends,

schoolmates, or social media. Despite this, the study noted a positive

attitude towards sex education among students, suggesting that

implementing sex education programs in schools could be beneficial. The

education to equip students with the knowledge and skills to make

responsible decisions regarding their sexual and social lives.

Knowledge and Awareness of Risky Sexual Behaviors Among Adolescents

in Urban Schools”, looked at how aware urban school-going adolescents

boys. Specifically, girls scored higher in understanding safe sexual

aware and mature in terms of sexual knowledge and understanding risky

behaviors compared to boys.

The study by Iqbal (2021), entitled “Challenges and Opportunities in

Teaching Sex and Reproductive Health Education: Insights from Student

reproductive health, girls often showed signs of embarrassment, such as

lowering their gaze or blushing. There was little questioning from

students, indicating reluctance to engage deeply with the topic. These

observations stress the need for overcoming shyness and conservatism

around sexuality and reproductive health in education. The study argues

for making sex and reproductive education as common as arts and

science in schools, starting before puberty. It highlights the importance of

teachers, schools, mass media, and parents in providing accurate

information to young people, aiming to bridge the knowledge gap on

these critical subjects.

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