Examination of sexual culture in Miskolcian high school students circles

Abstract

Timing of starting a family and the life events before that have changed since the last decades. First sexual experiences happen at the beginning of high school years. Educational institutions have a significant role in sexual information, but the importance of family support is remarkable as well. The research aimed to examine the sexual behaviour and knowledge of high school students, then to find out where teachers of healthcare can join effectively in the process of sexual health education. According to the results of 150 pieces of questionnaires, the majority of the examined students are not sexually active. Their knowledge about sexual protection is mostly decent. The role of parents in giving information about sexual life lag behind. The results showed the optimal timing of early education and some deficiency in knowledge, so this information could be useful in planning of sexual education.