Publications by authors named "Cassandra Carels"
Alcohol Use as a Predictor of Risky Sexual Behaviour among Young Adults in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
November 2023
The aim of this study was to investigate the relation between alcohol consumption and risky sexual behaviour (RSB). This study further aimed to examine whether alcohol use, gender, and employment status predicted RSB among young adults in the Cape Flats. A better understanding of these predictors could potentially lead to a more thorough comprehension of the relation between alcohol consumption and RSB among young adults within the South African context.
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- The study investigates youth perceptions of factors leading to alcohol consumption and its link to risky sexual behavior, focusing on a demographic of 18-25-year-olds in low socio-economic areas in the Western Cape, South Africa.
- Utilizing focus groups and thematic analysis, the research identifies two main domains influencing both alcohol use and risky behavior: individual factors (like employment and education) and social factors (including social influences and future aspirations).
- The study highlights the need for targeted interventions involving adolescents, parents, and community efforts to mitigate alcohol misuse and its associated risks, particularly tailored for youths transitioning into adulthood.