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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
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Evaluation of a Media Literacy Education Program for Sexual Health Promotion in Older Adolescents Implemented in Southern Universities
Sarah B. Maness; Sarah H. Kershner; Tracy P. George; Jennifer T. Pozsik; Mallory Gibson; Denise Marcano
Journal of American College Health, v72 n5 p1561-1567 2024
Objective: This study evaluated a media literacy education program designed for sexual health promotion, "Media Aware," in southeastern universities. Participants: Participants included college students from four universities in the southeastern United States (n = 457). Methods: "Media Aware" was implemented on college campuses either in a group setting, one-on-one setting, at a student event, or online only. "Media Aware" contains four sections on sexual health promotion including on how media messages influence sexual health, gender stereotypes and representations of romantic relationships, sexual violence, substance use, consent, sexual risk behaviors, contraception, STIs, and partner communication. Results: Results indicated significant changes in intention to visit a healthcare provider for sexual health services, intention to use condoms and other forms of birth control, and awareness of Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives after participation in "Media Aware." Conclusion: Future research should explore how to extend program impacts and use an experimental study design to assess between group differences.
Descriptors: College Students, Sexuality, Health Education, Health Promotion, Media Literacy, Health Programs, Mass Media Effects
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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