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.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 467-472 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | International Journal of STD and AIDS |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2004 |
Keywords
- Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
- Condoms
- Prevention
- Sexual behaviour
- Sexually transmitted diseases
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Pharmacology (medical)
- Infectious Diseases