Examining resources to promote sexual health and address sexual violence at community colleges across the United States: a qualitative study.
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| Title: | Examining resources to promote sexual health and address sexual violence at community colleges across the United States: a qualitative study. |
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| Authors: | Dodson, Christina V., Evans-Paulson, Reina, Scull, Tracy M. |
| Source: | Journal of American College Health. Mar2025, Vol. 73 Issue 3, p1138-1145. 8p. |
| Subjects: | Prevention of school violence, Community colleges, Sex crimes, Qualitative research, Research funding, Interprofessional relations, Interviewing, Information resources, School administrators, College teachers, Thematic analysis, College students, Health promotion, Social support, Sexual health, Access to information |
| Geographic Terms: | United States |
| Abstract: | Objective: To explore resources and approaches that exist at community colleges to promote student sexual health and prevent/respond to sexual violence. Participants: Administrators, faculty, and staff involved in efforts to promote sexual and relationship health (SRH) at community colleges across the U.S. (N = 33). Methods: In-depth interviews were conducted via web-conferencing software from 2022-2023. Transcripts were coded and analyzed using an iterative inductive thematic analysis. Results: Six themes emerged. On-campus SRH resources are limited and colleges rely on community-based resources. College personnel view their role as a bridge for students to access resources - sometimes highlighting extensive partnerships with community organizations - and helping students overcome barriers to care. Differences in approaches to addressing sexual violence versus sexual health were revealed, and several characteristics of effective resources were illuminated. Conclusions: Community colleges work within logistic, budgetary, and cultural constraints and often struggle to provide students with comprehensive and accessible SRH resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | Objective: To explore resources and approaches that exist at community colleges to promote student sexual health and prevent/respond to sexual violence. Participants: Administrators, faculty, and staff involved in efforts to promote sexual and relationship health (SRH) at community colleges across the U.S. (N = 33). Methods: In-depth interviews were conducted via web-conferencing software from 2022-2023. Transcripts were coded and analyzed using an iterative inductive thematic analysis. Results: Six themes emerged. On-campus SRH resources are limited and colleges rely on community-based resources. College personnel view their role as a bridge for students to access resources - sometimes highlighting extensive partnerships with community organizations - and helping students overcome barriers to care. Differences in approaches to addressing sexual violence versus sexual health were revealed, and several characteristics of effective resources were illuminated. Conclusions: Community colleges work within logistic, budgetary, and cultural constraints and often struggle to provide students with comprehensive and accessible SRH resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 07448481 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07448481.2024.2427054 |
