Young men and women under 25 represent over half the world's population and shoulder a
significant portion of the burden of sexual ill health. In this chapter, we outline the basis for …

The consequences of increased adolescent sexuality worldwide include: an increased rate
of adolescent pregnancies and abortions; a high prevalence of sexually transmitted …

Background In Australia, sexual health and sexuality education in relation to young people
are not well integrated and education and health systems appear to function, in the main …

The Sexual Health Needs of Looked After Young People Page 1 1 The Sexual Health
Needs of Looked After Young People Hannah Dale NHS Fife May 2009 Hannah Dale …

Positive aspects of sexuality remain understudied among adolescents globally, especially in
low-and middle-income countries. In particular, consensus is lacking on how to …

Across the world, heated debates arise as to the most suitable means of addressing the
sexual health of young people. On one side are those who believe that keeping quiet about …

Sexual health encompasses 'sexual development and reproductive health, as well as the
ability to develop and maintain meaningful interpersonal relationships; appreciate one's own …

Most primary prevention research has attempted to explain sexual health outcomes, such as
sexually transmitted infections, by focusing on individual characteristics (eg age), qualities …

Sets out a strategy for strengthening the knowledge, skills and sensitivity of those in a
position to help young people cope with the transition to sexual maturity. The strategy …

Globally, gender norms and power differentials profoundly affect both girls' and boys' sexual
attitudes, practices and health. One avenue for enabling young people to reflect on …