Assessment of knowledge of Novosibirsk students in the prevention of HIV infection and other STIs

Abstract

The article presents information about a survey of 394 students from medical university and non-specialized institutions in Novosibirsk, in order to analyze the level of awareness about risky sexual behavior and prevention of HIV infection and STIs. The obtained information indicates a lack of awareness among young people about HIV/STIs. Students showed low alertness about their own safety. There was revealed a high degree of communicative tolerance among students. It was established, that students have a sense of tolerance for the uncomfortable feelings of the partner during communication, and the lack of ability to hide their negative emotions about non-communicative qualities of the partner.

Keywords

• hiv infection
• stis
• prevention
• students
• awareness
• communication tolerance
• risky sexual behavior