Knowledge, attitudes, and resources of sex education among female adolescents in public and private schools in Central Saudi Arabia.

Objective: To investigate the knowledge and sources of knowledge among Saudi female adolescent students, attending public and private schools in the city of Riyadh with regard to sexuality and reproductive health.

Methods: This cross sectional survey was conducted from January to April 2009. Female adolescents between 11 and 21 years of age were invited to participate in the survey.