dc.contributor.author |
Kioli, Felix N. |
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dc.contributor.author |
Were, Rosh A. |
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dc.contributor.author |
Kurgat, Sussy G. |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2017-03-07T11:58:23Z |
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dc.date.available |
2017-03-07T11:58:23Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2012 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
American Journal of Sociological Research, 2(4): 72-77 |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://www.sapub.org/global/showpaperpdf.aspx?doi=10.5923/j.sociology.20120204.03 |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://repository.seku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/3254 |
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dc.description.abstract |
Sexual expression is a basic human need throughout our lives. Sexual behaviour of young people has been a
source of concern to societies worldwide due to the adverse effects on the individual as well as society at large. As a result a
significant proportion of youth with disabilities (YWD) is infected by HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections
mainly through sexual intercourse, while on the other hand prevalence of unwanted pregnancies is rising. The main objective
of this study is to describe knowledge, practice, attitudes and factors influencing sexual relationships among the youth with
disabilities in Bungoma district in Western Province of Kenya. During this study a semi-structured questionnaire was
administered on the respondents together with key informant interviews, focus group discussions and informal conversations.
A sample population of 20 YW D aged 15 – 30 years was determined by simple random cluster sampling. Quantitative data
were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) computer package. Results indicate that majority of the
YW D are sexually experienced (65%) with most of them (60%) having their first sexual encounter occurring between age
12–15 years of age. There is a high level of lack of knowledge (75%) on sexually related issues and a negative attitude
towards use of contraceptives. Factors influencing this attitude are associated with the individual's background as well as
health delivery systems and policy. There is need to empower the YW D, review policies and practices regarding reproductive
health of YWD, sexuality and family life education. |
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dc.language.iso |
en |
en_US |
dc.subject |
Disability |
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dc.subject |
Practices |
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dc.subject |
Sexuality |
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dc.subject |
Youth with Disabilities |
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dc.title |
Sexuality and the youth with disabilities in Kenya |
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dc.type |
Article |
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