Knowledge on Unsafe Sex Behavior among the Bachelor Level Students in Biratnagar Metropolitan City, Nepal

Abstract

This study examined bachelor's level students' knowledge on unsafe sex behavior at the Koshi Management Campus in Biratnagar Metropolitan City. 50 students were selected as the sampling size. Some of the respondents were aware of multiple sex partners and rape, while some of the respondents stated that correct condom use was the definition of safe sex. Unsafe sex practices pose significant threats to public health in both developed and developing nations, but it is difficult to obtain information due to social stigma and cultural norms. This study found that students at the bachelor's level had some prior knowledge about how to prevent unsafe sexual behavior, but not enough to prevent risky sexual behavior. To reduce STDS/HIV, Hepatitis B, and other related STDs, correct knowledge and practice of safe sex behavior are crucial. IEC materials should be made available to improve unsafe sex practice.

Key words: Teenager, Sex Worker, Unsafe sex, multiple sex partners