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February 9th, 2025
Estimates of the Lifetime Productivity Costs of Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis in the United States.
Chesson H; Spicknall IH; Kreisel KM; Gift TL pubmed id: 38647252The study looks at how much time and money people lose when they get infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. It tries to find out how much each infection costs over a person's lifetime.
Regional and Country Prevalence Estimates of Unsafe Sex Among Adolescents in 68 Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries.
Leung J; Lim C; Belete H; Mcclure-Thomas C; Foo S; Chan GCK pubmed id: 38637452This study looked at how many kids aged 13-17 in poorer countries are having unsafe sex. It found that about 16 out of every 100 kids have had sex, with many not using condoms. The study says we need better programs to help kids make safer choices.
"I Feel Like a Fraud Who Acts Like a Feminist": The Discussion Themes and Sexual Scripts in the Porn Free Women Online Forum.
Zhang X; Silva DE pubmed id: 38635110The study looked at women who talk about quitting watching pornography and found that they have different stories, like feeling better health-wise, wanting equality, and making their own choices. It showed that these women share different reasons for stopping and how it ties to their well-being and views on fairness between men and women.
beliefs, understanding and access to vasectomy services in Timor-Leste.
Henderson H; Soares Xavier HA; da Silva M; da Silva AM; Mendonca SA; de Araújo RM; Vaughan C; Bohren MA pubmed id: 38634414Vasectomy is a safe and cheap way for men to not have kids anymore, but not many people use it. In Timor-Leste, people don’t know much about it and worry it might cause problems. Some people do want it, so teaching doctors and people more about vasectomy could help.
Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening by Sexual Orientation Among Low-Income Women in North Carolina.
Spencer JC; Charlton BM; Pretsch PK; Schnarrs PW; Spees LP; Hudgens MG; Barclay L; Wheeler SB; Brewer NT; Smith JS pubmed id: 38627295Researchers studied why low-income women in North Carolina may not get screened for cervical cancer. They found that both LGBQ and straight women face barriers like not having health insurance and high costs. LGBQ women often have extra challenges such as forgetting, transportation issues, and other health problems.
Bacterial vaginosis after menopause: factors associated and women's experiences: a cross-sectional study of Australian postmenopausal women.
Stewart LL; Vodstrcil LA; Coombe J; Bradshaw CS; Hocking JS pubmed id: 38626203The study looked at bacterial vaginosis (BV) in older women who have gone through menopause. It found that some of these women had BV, and it affected their lives and relationships. The researchers say that BV research should also include postmenopausal women, not just those of reproductive age.
Associations Between Recent Contraceptive Use and First Sex Behaviors of Scottish Adolescents: A Brief Report.
Willis M; Mabelis J; Currie D; Brown J; Inchley J pubmed id: 38616792This study looked at how using birth control is related to teen's first sexual experiences, like starting early, using drugs or alcohol, and using protection, in Scotland.
Associated factors of vaginal laxity and female sexual function: a cross-sectional study.
Pereira GMV; Brito LGO; Ledger N; Juliato CRT; Domoney C; Cartwright R pubmed id: 38614472Female sexual dysfunction, like vaginal laxity, can make life less enjoyable and cause problems with partners.
Patient experiences using public and private insurance coverage for abortion in Illinois: Implementation successes and remaining gaps.
Quasebarth M; Boesche M; Turner T; Moore A; Young D; Stulberg D; Hasselbacher L pubmed id: 38605588Some states help people pay for abortions by letting insurance cover the cost. In Illinois, they changed rules so Medicaid and some insurances also pay. This study looks at how patients feel about using their insurance for early abortions.
Reach of GetCheckedOnline among gay, bisexual, transgender and queer men and Two-Spirit people and correlates of use 5 years after program launch in British Columbia, Canada.
Montiel A; Ablona A; Klassen B; Card K; Lachowsky NJ; Brennan DJ; Grace D; Worthington C; Gilbert M pubmed id: 38604697The study looked at who uses online services to test for infections spread through sex or blood. They focused on a service called GetCheckedOnline in Canada, and they wanted to see how well it was being used after five years and why people, especially men from gender and sexual minority groups, choose to use or not use it.
Management of acute sexual assault presenting to a large Australian sexual health clinic in 2012-2021: a retrospective clinical audit.
Kink A; Towns JM; Fairley CK; Phillips TR; Bradshaw CS; Chow EPF pubmed id: 38603545In a study from a clinic in Melbourne, researchers looked at 516 cases of sexual assault over nine years. Most victims were tested for HIV and STIs, and many were offered counseling, but only a quarter involved the police. The study pointed out that better care guidelines are needed for people who experience sexual assault.
Exposure to Parental Violence and Self-Reported Sexual Violence among Unpartnered Adolescent Girls in Nigeria: Evidence from a National Survey.
Okunlola DA; Alawode OA; Jegede OT; Adeleye K pubmed id: 38601810Many young girls in Nigeria face sexual violence, but there are not enough studies on this problem. This study looks at how common it is and how violence at home might affect it for girls aged 15-19 who are not in relationships.
Safe on Blued? A Qualitative Exploration of Sex, Risk, and Stigma on a Gay Social Application in China.
Wang M pubmed id: 38601809Mobile dating apps, like Blued in China, have become popular for people to chat and meet. However, using these apps can also bring the risk of getting AIDS.
Psychological and Psychosexual Adjustment in University Students as a Function of Sexual Activity and Relationship Type.
Castro Á; Correa AB pubmed id: 38601808The study looked at feelings like depression and happiness with their body and romantic life in college students. They found that having a boyfriend or girlfriend, or just having romantic relationships, affected these feelings. These ideas can help make programs that improve young people's health and happiness.
Moderating Role of Sexual Attitudes in the Association between Online Sexual Activity and Problematic Pornography Use: Evidence from the Chinese Community and Help-Seeking Men.
Chen L; Wang D; Wang H; Zhang Y; Jiang X pubmed id: 38601807Researchers wanted to see if how people feel about sex changes the way online sexual activity is connected to having trouble with watching too much pornography. They looked at how disagreement in beliefs, like not liking nonmarital or casual sex but still participating in online sexual activities, makes noticing this problem worse.
Predictors of Belief in Sexual Myths: An Examination in Terms of Gender, Demographic Characteristics, Religiosity, and Childhood Trauma.
Alkış Küçükaydın M; Sayıcı E pubmed id: 38601806Some people believe in myths about sex that aren't true. These beliefs can cause problems and make life less happy. It's important to find out why people believe them and help those who do.
Sexual Wellbeing according to Transgender Individuals.
Özer M; de Kruif AJTCM; Gijs LACL; Kreukels BPC; Mullender MG pubmed id: 38601805This study is about understanding how transgender people feel about their own sexual happiness. It looks at what transgender individuals think about their sexual wellbeing when they get treatments that affirm their gender.
Getting Inside the Mind of Gay and Bisexual Men Who Have Sex with Men with Sexualized Drug Use - A Systematic Review.
Marques Oliveira P; Sousa Reis C; Vieira-Coelho MA pubmed id: 38601804Sexualized Drug Use means taking drugs before or during sex to change the experience. This is common among some gay and bisexual men. The study looks at different studies to understand why they do this.
Difficulties in Emotion Regulation and Problematic Pornography Use: The Mediating Role of Loneliness.
Cardoso J; Ramos C; Brito J; Almeida TC pubmed id: 38601731The study looks at how having trouble managing emotions could be linked to using too much pornography. It also checks if feeling lonely might be part of the reason why this happens.
Focusing on Safety or Pleasure Determine Condom Use Intentions Differently Depending on Condom Availability and STI Risk.
Rodrigues DL pubmed id: 38601730Regulatory Focus Theory says people have two main reasons for doing things. Some people want to stay safe and avoid bad results, like not getting sick, while others want to do fun things even if they are risky, like having unprotected sex.
Sexual Behaviors Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Other Sexual and Gender Diverse Medical Students: A National Study of Thai Medical Schools.
Wainipitapong S; Oon-Arom A; Wiwattarangkul T; Vadhanavikkit P; Wiwattanaworaset P; Srifuengfung M; Chiddaycha M pubmed id: 38601729This research looks at the sexual behaviors of medical students who are part of the LGBT community and those who are not. It tries to understand the differences between these groups.
Changes in Solo and Partnered Sexual Behaviors following the First COVID-19 Wave: Data from an International Study of 26 Countries.
Hensel DJ; Mark KP; Abdelhamed A; Burns S; Esho T; Hendriks J; Jobim Fischer V; Ivanova O; Marks M; Michelsen K; Nimby F; Strizzi J; Tucker J; Uhlich M; Erausquin JT pubmed id: 38601728Researchers studied what personal and country factors influenced changes in how adults around the world reported their solo and partnered sexual activities during COVID-19.
A Scoping Review on the Role of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Microaggressions in Substance Use.
Botor NJB; Tuliao AP pubmed id: 38601727Some people who are part of sexual and gender minority groups use substances differently, and this can be connected to how they are treated unfairly because of their identity. This study looks at how tiny hurtful actions towards these groups can lead to using substances and what might make this better or worse.
Pharmacological Treatments for Localized Provoked Vulvodynia: A Scoping Review.
Bajzak K; Rains A; Bishop L; Swab M; Miller ME; Logan GS; Jackman V; Jackman L; Gustafson DL pubmed id: 38601726LPV is a pain problem that happens in a part of the vulva when it is touched or pressed. We don't know what causes it or the best way to treat it.
The Effect of Body Practices and Physical Exercise on Sexual Function of Menopausal Women. A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.
Fausto DY; Martins JBB; Moratelli JA; Lima AG; Guimarães ACA pubmed id: 38601725The paper looks at studies on exercises and body practices for women going through menopause and how these affect their sexual health. It helps understand if these activities can make a difference in their sexual well-being.
Online Dating Site Use to Cope with Minority Stress in Gay and Bisexual Men in Germany: Findings from Two Survey Studies.
Cargnino M; Lemke R pubmed id: 38601724Some gay and bisexual men use online dating sites to help deal with stress from being a minority. Many studies have not looked at this, and the few that did didn't consider why people use these sites differently.
When Social and Personal Norms Collide: Narratives of South African Women Navigating Transactional Sexual Relationships with Blessers.
Sprague C; Maqsood L; George G pubmed id: 38601723This research looked at the struggles some women in South Africa face when dealing with relationships where men give gifts for sex. The women often felt conflicted between wanting money and things, and maintaining personal beliefs about being faithful or staying a virgin. The study suggested that thinking about their own values could help women make better choices for their overall health and happiness.
Pathways From Individual Characteristics to Subjective Consequences of Sex: The Mediating Role of Risky Sexual Encounters.
Crockett LJ; Moilanen KL; Cartwright ML pubmed id: 38601009The study looked at how young adults' thoughts and feelings are connected to the outcomes of their sexual encounters. It found that being careful or not can affect whether the results are good or bad. This happens because these choices can lead to risky sexual situations.
Psychological, Socio-Demographic, and Logistical Factors Associated With Changes in Sex Life After Over a Year Into the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Berdychevsky L; Cavanaugh D; Dariotis JK pubmed id: 38601008This study looked at how people's sex lives changed about a year into the COVID-19 pandemic. It found that many people experienced less frequent intimate and sexual activities, and their desire and satisfaction went down. The study also discovered that these changes were related to people's backgrounds, feelings, and the pandemic's effects.
Prevalence and Predictors of Risky Sexual Behavior Among Young Men in India: Evidence From National Family Health Survey.
Chandra R; Paul P; Srivastava S pubmed id: 38600902The study looks at how common risky sexual behavior is among young men in India and what factors are linked to it.
Media Influence on Intergenerational Attitudes toward Non-Conventional Sexual Behaviors in Contemporary China: Evidence from Chinese General Social Survey.
Lyu Z; Chai X pubmed id: 38600901This study looks at how TV and the internet might change how different age groups in China feel about non-traditional sexual behaviors. It compares people who use a lot of media to those who don't use much media to see if it affects their opinions.
Substance Use and Misuse among Sexual and Gender Minority Communities Living in Former Soviet Union Countries: A Scoping Review.
Mammadli T; Hong C pubmed id: 38600900Scientists looked at studies about people who identify as LGBTQ+ in countries that used to be part of the Soviet Union to understand their use of drugs and alcohol.
Sex, Gender and Class: An Analysis of Chilean Young People's Intimate Life.
Tello-Navarro F; Gómez-Urrutia V; Hidalgo-Ortiz JP pubmed id: 38600899Researchers studied the sexual habits of young people in Chile, aged 15-29, from different backgrounds. They found that young people are trying new things and focusing more on their own happiness than starting families. However, there is still a difference in how men and women are judged for their sexual behavior, and many young people don't get enough information to stay safe.
The Role of Religiosity and Personal Faith in Young People's Sexual Debut and Sexual Risk Taking: A Bayesian Approach.
Tafro A; Koletić G; Milas G; Štulhofer A pubmed id: 38600898The study looked at how being religious and having personal faith affects when young people start having sex and their sexual behaviors. It found that both being religious and having faith can delay when young people start having sex, but they do not seem to play a big role in keeping young people safe when it comes to sex and health.
War-Time Stress and Sexual Well-Being in Israel.
Lazar A; Gewirtz-Meydan A; Rosenbaum TY pubmed id: 38596811The study looked at how stress from the Israel-Hamas War in 2023 affected people's feelings about their sexual health and happiness. It checked how being near the war, seeing it on the news, and feeling very stressed changed how people felt about these things.
Exploring Aromanticism Through an Online Qualitative Investigation With the Aromantic Community: "Freeing, Alienating, and Utterly Fantastic".
Fowler JA; Mendis M; Crook A; Chavez-Baldini U; Baca T; Dean JA pubmed id: 38596810The paper explores what it means to be aromantic, talks about some wrong ideas people have about it, and shares stories from people who identify this way.
Different Components of Sexual Narcissism Are Differentially Associated With Specific Sexual Aggression Strategies: An Exploratory Study Among Male and Female College Students.
Uhlich M; Peterson ZD; Li Y; Brown A; Han J; McBride JAD pubmed id: 38596809The study looked at how being overly focused on oneself sexually, called sexual narcissism, is linked to acting mean or aggressive in sexual ways, like using pressure or force with words. This is important because it happens a lot on college campuses.
Associations of Parents-Adolescent Relationship with Adolescent Sexual Risk Behaviors: A Global Analysis Based on 156,649 School-Going Adolescents from 50 Countries.
Shawon MSR; Huda NN; Rouf RR; Hossain FB; Kibria GMA pubmed id: 38596808Boys are more likely than girls to take part in risky behaviors like starting sex early, having many partners, and not using condoms. Kids whose parents understand, watch over them, and respect them are less likely to take these risks. The study says parents should get involved to help keep kids safe.
Sexual experiences and information needs among patients with prostate cancer: a qualitative study.
Haining Z; Xiaoli Z; Jiping Z; Beibei Z; Ping M; Yunfei G pubmed id: 38596664The study looks at how Chinese men with prostate cancer find information about their sex lives after a type of treatment called androgen deprivation therapy. This topic hasn't been studied much before.
The Role of Mutual Masturbation within Relationships: Associations with Sexual Satisfaction and Sexual Self-Esteem.
Kılıç D; Armstrong HL; Graham CA pubmed id: 38596452The study looked at how women and men feel about mutual masturbation, which is when they touch themselves together. Researchers wanted to see if it made people feel happier about their sex life and better about themselves.
Singles Not Sexually Satisfied? Prevalence and Predictors of Sexual Satisfaction in Single versus Partnered Adults.
Fischer N pubmed id: 38596451This study looks at what affects how happy people are with their sex life. It checks things like how people behave and feel about sex, whether they are single or have a partner.
Sexual Pleasure Matters - and How to Define and Assess It Too. A Conceptual Framework of Sexual Pleasure and the Sexual Response.
Werner M; Borgmann M; Laan E pubmed id: 38595929The paper talks about how important sexual pleasure is for understanding sexual health. The authors give a new definition of sexual pleasure and explain it using a special framework that shows different types of rewards from sex.
A Systematic Review on Psychological Interventions for Sexual Health in Older Age.
Vasconcelos P; Gomez Ponce de Leon R; Serruya SJ; Carneiro B; Nóbrega C; Pereira R; Quinta Gomes A; Paúl MC; Nobre PJ pubmed id: 38595928This review looks at different studies to see how well treatments for improving sexual health work for older people.
Food Insecurity: A Barrier to Reproductive Justice Globally.
Fledderjohann J; Patterson S; Owino M pubmed id: 38595861The paper talks about three important rights: choosing to have or not have a child and raising children safely. It says that not having enough food can make it hard to enjoy these rights, especially for people who are already struggling. Working together with those affected can help make changes for better health and fairness.
Men's Self-Reported and Psychophysiological Affective Responses to Sexual Violence and Their Associations with Rape Myths, Personality, and Sexual Traits: A Preliminary Study.
Carvalho J; Rosa PJ; Janssen E pubmed id: 38595860The study looked at how men feel when they hear about a rape scene compared to other situations. It found that men felt more upset during the rape scene, and certain personality traits were linked to this feeling.
Prevalence, Trends, and Factors Associated with Teen Motherhood in Nigeria: An Analysis of the 2008-2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Surveys.
Kareem YO; Abubakar Z; Adelekan B; Ameyaw EK; Gbagbo FY; Goldson E; Mueller U; Yaya S pubmed id: 38595858The study looked at teen motherhood in Nigeria from 2008 to 2018. It found that more teens were having babies over time, especially those with less money or education. The researchers suggest teaching teens better and helping more girls stay in school to lower these numbers.
Comparison of Different Sexual Behaviors According to Sexual Orientation and the Mediating Role of Attitudes toward Sexual Behaviors between Sexual Orientation and Sexual Behaviors in Young Adults.
Blanc A; Díaz-Batanero C; Sánchez-García M; Dacosta D pubmed id: 38595857The study looks at how people with different sexual orientations think and act about sex. It checks if attitudes towards sex change how many sexual behaviors they have.
"One a Day Keeps the Prison Away": Understanding the Experiences of Individuals Convicted of Sexual Offences Receiving Anti-Androgens for the Treatment of Problematic Sexual Arousal.
Lievesley R; Swaby H; Winder B; Norman C; Hocken K pubmed id: 38594464Some people in prison are taking medicine to help with too much sexual thinking and behavior. The study talked about why they wanted treatment and how the medicine helped them feel like a "new me." This research can help make better medicine plans for these people in the future.
Obstetric violence in the United States and other high-income countries: an integrative review.
Garcia LM pubmed id: 38590127This study looked at how women are treated badly during childbirth in rich countries. It found that there is not much research in these places, and people often don't notice the problem. The study suggests using new ways to better understand and fix this issue.
Symbiosexual Attraction: An Integrated Mixed-Methods Study.
Johnston SW pubmed id: 38589744Some people feel attracted to two or more people who are already in a relationship, called symbiosexuality. This kind of attraction isn't talked about much, but it's important and can be very strong. A study showed that a lot of different people have these feelings, and it challenges how we think about love and attraction.