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Comparison of Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Free Sexual Behavior Among Male and Female University Students Susilowati, Yuanita Ani; Nugraha, Emanuel Ade; Sihombing, Ferdinan; Wijaya, Yosi Maria; Septiawan, Stepanus Prihasto; Putrawangsa, Dian
Journal of Health and Nutrition Research Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Media Publikasi Cendekia Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56303/jhnresearch.v5i1.862

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Free sexual behavior among adolescents encompasses activities such as hugging, kissing, and intercourse, which are influenced by knowledge and attitudes. This issue is particularly concerning among university students, who are at a developmental stage characterized by heightened sexual drive. This study aimed to analyze differences in knowledge and attitudes toward free sexual behavior between male and female university students. A comparative quantitative study was conducted using a convenience sampling technique involving 398 students aged 18–25 from a private university in Bandung. Data were collected through a validated and reliable questionnaire consisting of 15 knowledge questions and 15 attitude questions. The Mann–Whitney test was used to assess the differences in average scores between the groups. The results showed that female students had higher average scores in both knowledge (Mean = 9.77 vs. 9.18; p = 0.009) and attitudes (Mean = 49.12 vs. 44.02; p < 0.000) compared to male students. Only a small proportion of students had good knowledge, and most male students exhibited negative attitudes, indicating approval or willingness to engage in such behavior. These findings suggest that knowledge and attitudes play a critical role in shaping sexual behavior among university students.  These findings underscore the urgency of developing gender-responsive sexual health education interventions in higher education settings.
Smart Love, Safe Choices : Edukasi Seksual untuk Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Kesehatan Reproduksi Remaja Susilowati, Yuanita Ani; Barus, Linda Sari; Santoso, Didik Agus; Raniadita, Maria Alfa; Listianingsih, Lidwina Triastuti; Septiawan, Stepanus Prihasto; Sihombing, Ferdinan
Jurnal Masyarakat Madani Indonesia Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Mei
Publisher : Alesha Media Digital

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59025/xqzcf379

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Permasalahan kesehatan reproduksi pada remaja masih menjadi tantangan serius, terutama akibat rendahnya pengetahuan dan keterbatasan akses informasi yang benar di lingkungan sekolah. Mitra dalam kegiatan ini adalah siswa kelas XI dan XII di salah satu SMA swasta di Bandung yang menunjukkan pemahaman yang masih rendah terkait kesehatan reproduksi serta pengambilan keputusan yang aman. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan kesehatan reproduksi melalui pendidikan seks berbasis nilai “Smart Love, Safe Choices”. Kegiatan diikuti oleh 44 orang siswa laki-laki. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan pendidikan berbasis komunitas melalui workshop interaktif yang meliputi ceramah, diskusi, dan tanya jawab, dengan evaluasi menggunakan pre-test dan post-test. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan pada rata-rata skor pengetahuan dari 42,52 menjadi 60,77, serta perubahan distribusi kategori pengetahuan dari dominan rendah menjadi dominan sedang dan tinggi. Kegiatan ini juga menunjukkan peningkatan partisipasi dan kesadaran peserta terhadap pentingnya menjaga kesehatan reproduksi. Disimpulkan bahwa pendidikan seks berbasis nilai efektif dalam meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kesadaran remaja, serta berpotensi dikembangkan sebagai program promotif-preventif di lingkungan sekolah.