Discuss three common reasons used to explain the current high rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: (Any three of the following)
• Shame and embarrassment may prevent infected people from seeking diagnosis and treatment. They may continue to be sexually active, thus infecting their partners.
• People may not be comfortable communicating with partners about using condoms.
• Many people have casual attitudes about sex without consideration of the consequences.
• In spite of massive educational efforts, there is still ignorance about infections, transmission of those infections, and the asymptomatic nature of many STIs.

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