Safe sex decline: Teenage condom use hits 30-year low
A recent study reveals that teenage condom use in Australia has reached its lowest level in 30 years. Many young people are turning to online sources for sexual health information, as traditional education is failing to meet their needs. The study highlights a concerning trend of high levels of intimate partner violence among teenagers, despite some positive aspects regarding their sexual experiences.
- ▪Condom use among teenagers is at its lowest recorded level since 1992.
- ▪Only half of sexually active teens reported using condoms, with many relying on withdrawal as a method of contraception.
- ▪The study surveyed nearly 4,400 secondary school students, revealing that many find sexual education irrelevant and inadequate.
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