Sexual and reproductive education in rural areas of Jipijapa cantón [Educación sexual y reproductiva en zonas rurales del cantón Jipijapa]

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https://doi.org/10.62574/f6b15s54

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approach, intensive care, quality of care

Abstract

Objective: To assess the level of knowledge about sexual and reproductive education among adolescents in rural areas of the Jipijapa canton, Manabí province, Ecuador. Method: Descriptive cross-sectional study conducted in three rural communities (La Unión, Chade and San José parishes) during March-July 2024. A total of 150 adolescents aged 12 to 19 years were included through non-probabilistic convenience sampling, applying a validated structured survey. Results: 68% had insufficient knowledge about contraceptive methods, the menstrual cycle, and sexually transmitted infections. 72% did not receive formal sex education in educational institutions, and 81% did not discuss sexuality with their parents. The main barriers identified were: lack of structured programmes (89%), family resistance (76%), limited access to health services (64%) and lack of trained personnel (58%). Conclusion: It is necessary to implement educational programmes adapted to the rural context with a gender focus, which actively involve the family and school.

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2025-10-21

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Pinargote-Chancay R del R, Jaramillo-Veliz MA, Alcázar-Pichucho TM, Alcázar-Pincay AC. Sexual and reproductive education in rural areas of Jipijapa cantón [Educación sexual y reproductiva en zonas rurales del cantón Jipijapa]. CER [Internet]. 2025 Oct. 21 [cited 2026 Jul. 27];3(especial1):13-9. Available from: https://www.revistasinstitutoperspectivasglobales.rperspectivasinvestigativas.org/index.php/CER/article/view/820

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