Sexual Health | Pregnancy and children | STIs in Postpubertal Children and Adolescents

STIs in Postpubertal Children and Adolescents
Session Overview
Description
This session highlights specific adolescent issues related to the management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in postpubertal children and young people. It reviews recent STI trends in young people, identification of factors which place young people at high risk of STIs, and sexual health promotion.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Identify factors which place young people at high risk of acquiring STIs
• Recognise the epidemiology of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in young people
• Identify specific adolescent issues relating to the presentation, diagnosis and management of STIs
• State how using health promotion strategies such as one to one behavioural modification techniques can reduce STIs and pregnancy risk in young people

Prerequisites
Before commencing this session you should have:

• A basic knowledge and understanding of the management of the common STIs as this will not be covered in this session

Young people's (YP) sexual health encompasses:

• Preventing STIs, unwanted pregnancy and sexual abuse or coercion
• Self-esteem, emotional development, understanding of self and sexual identity
• Ability to make informed choices to have a positive approach to sex and relationships
• Ability to have sexual pleasure within supportive relationships
   

Key point

• Sexual health promotion results in better health outcomes and increased well-being