Sexual health literacy and sexual and reproductive health service seeking among young people in Türkiye: levels and determining factors

This study shows that limited sexual health literacy may restrict Turkish youth's access to sexual and reproductive health services. Strengthening sexual health education, improving access to reliable online information, and fostering youth-friendly health services including guidance by nurses are essential. These measures can ensure equitable, inclusive, and effective sexual and reproductive health care.

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BMC Public Health
Published
2026-01-06
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-26130-5
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2
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Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
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Sexual health literacy and sexual and reproductive health service seeking among young people in Türkiye: levels and determining factors

Nigar Ardıç Çelik, Havva Yeşildere Sağlam
2 citations
BMC Public Health
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
92.05
article

Sexual health literacy and sexual and reproductive health service seeking among young people in Türkiye: levels and determining factors

Nigar Ardıç Çelik, Havva Yeşildere Sağlam
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2 citations

Abstract

This study shows that limited sexual health literacy may restrict Turkish youth's access to sexual and reproductive health services. Strengthening sexual health education, improving access to reliable online information, and fostering youth-friendly health services including guidance by nurses are essential. These measures can ensure equitable, inclusive, and effective sexual and reproductive health care.

BMC Public HealthVol. 26(1)
University of Health Science (KH), Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi (TR)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 0%
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
92.05
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