Factors associated with sexual behavior among Sri Lankan adolescents

Abstract

Introduction: Sexual behavior and reproductive health of adolescents in Sri Lanka is getting increasing attention. Factors associated with sexual behavior among adolescents are not adequately understood.

Objectives: To investigate the prevalence of sexual experiences among school age adolescents and assess demographic and behavioral correlates of sexual experience.

Methods: A study was conducted among late adolescents in public sector schools in southern Sri Lanka. A self-administered questionnaire was used to obtain relevant information.

Results: Data from a total of 2385 subjects (1104 males and 1281 females) were analyzed. Among these, 15.5% of males and 7.9% of females reported some sexual experience with another person (