Sample characteristics, by sex (n=142)
| Male (n=63) | Female (n=79) | |
|---|---|---|
| *p<0.05 for sex difference. | ||
| Age, No (%) | ||
| 13 | 2 (3.2) | 1 (1.3) |
| 14 | 6 (9.5) | 6 (7.6) |
| 15 | 12 (19.1) | 9 (11.4) |
| 16 | 14 (22.2) | 10 (12.7) |
| 17 | 10 (15.9) | 19 (24.1) |
| 18 | 12 (19.1) | 27 (34.2) |
| 19 | 7 (11.1) | 7 (8.9) |
| Mode of interview, No (%) | ||
| Telephone | 34 (54.0) | 38 (48.1) |
| A-CASI | 29 (46.0) | 41 (51.9) |
| STD related care, past year, No (%)* | ||
| No | 38 (60.3) | 21 (26.6) |
| Yes | 25 (39.7) | 58 (73.4) |
| Stigma, No (%) | ||
| Low | 29 (46.0) | 44 (55.7) |
| High | 34 (54.0) | 35 (44.3) |
| Shame, No (%) | ||
| Low | 23 (36.5) | 21 (26.6) |
| High | 40 (63.5) | 58 (73.4) |
| Perceptions about disclosure of sexual behaviours, No (%) | ||
| Anticipate that it would not make a difference | 42 (66.7) | 46 (58.2) |
| Anticipate a negative reaction | 21 (33.3) | 33 (41.8) |