Table 2.
knowledge and practice of sexual health (N=120)
| Variable | Maximum point scale | Group 1 (Co-education) | Group 2 (girl-only) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n=60 | n=60 | ||
| All knowledge items | |||
| Score | 62 | 26.1 ± 7.3 | 30.4 ± 9.2 |
| T-test p-value | 0.01 | ||
| Knowledge of anatomical, physiological and psychological puberty changes | |||
| Score | 5 | 2.7 ± 1.1 | 3.5 ± 1.2 |
| T-test p-value | 0.00 | ||
| Knowledge of types of STI | |||
| Score | 10 | 3.8 ± 2.3 | 4.1 ± 1.9 |
| T-test p-value | 0.44 | ||
| Knowledge about transmission of STI | |||
| Score | 15 | 6.5 ± 3.1 | 7.4 ± 3.4 |
| T-test p-value | 0.13 | ||
| Knowledge of symptoms and signs of STI | |||
| Score | 10 | 3.0 ± 1.8 | 3.8 ± 2.1 |
| T-test p-value | 0.03 | ||
| Knowledge of complications of STI | |||
| Score | 6 | 1.8 ± 0.07 | 2.9 ± 1.1 |
| T-test p-value | 0.00 | ||
| Knowledge of prevention of STI | |||
| Score | 11 | 2.1 ± 1.0 | 3.7 ± 1.4 |
| T-test p-value | 0.00 | ||
| Knowledge of unintended pregnancy and its consequences | |||
| Score | 5 | 2.0 ± 1.2 | 3.2 ± 1.5 |
| T-test p-value | 0.00 |
STI; sexually transmitted infection