Title: Correlates of condom breakage and slippage among university undergraduates.

POPLINE Document Number: 194639

Author(s):

Yarber WL
Graham CA
Sanders SA
Crosby RA

Source citation:

International Journal of STD and AIDS, 2004 Jul;15(7):467-472.

Abstract:

An anonymous questionnaire was used to explore relationships between condom breakage, slippage and possible correlates in a sample of 428 single, never married college men and women. Specific condom use errors and problems that could lead to breakage and slippage were also examined. A three-month recall period was used. Breakage/slippage was found to be associated with never receiving instruction on correct condom use (P=0.001), more than one sex partner (P=0.001), more frequent use of condoms (P=0.001), and partner(s) being less than highly motivated to use condoms (P=0.02). Those reporting that condoms had contacted a sharp object were three times as likely to report breakage (P=0.001). Those using condoms without proper lubrication (P=0.006) and those experiencing loss of erection during sex (P=0.001) were more likely to report slippage. Further research should investigate the efficacy of instruction addressing specific factors that may reduce the incidence of breakage/slippage, thereby enhancing condom effectiveness. (author's)

Keywords:

Indiana
Research Report
KAP Surveys
Students
Unmarried
Sexual Partners
Condom Failure
Condom Use
Sex Education
Knowledge
Universities
Motivation
Lubricants
Impotence
Contraceptive Effectiveness
Developed Countries
United States
North America
Americas
Surveys
Sampling Studies
Studies
Research Methodology
Education
Marital Status
Nuptiality
Sex Behavior
Behavior
Condom
Barrier Methods
Contraceptive Methods
Contraception
Family Planning
Risk Reduction Behavior
Schools
Psychological Factors
Ingredients and Chemicals
Genital Effects, Male
Genitalia, Male
Genitalia
Urogenital System
Physiology
Biology