Browsing by Subject "Healthcare Providers"

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    Do Adolescents and Young Adults Learn About Condoms from Healthcare Providers? Findings from a US Probability Sample
    (Springer, 2022-06) Beckmeyer, Jonathon J.; Patterson, Callie L.; Fu, Tsung-Chieh; Hensel, Devon J.; Dodge, Brian; Herbenick, Debby; Medicine, School of Medicine
    Introduction Using data from the 2018 National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior, we determined the prevalence and content of adolescents’ and young adults’ communication with healthcare providers about condom use. Methods Adolescents (14–17 years old; n = 283) and young adults (18–24 years old, n = 225), who discussed sexual health with a healthcare provider in the past year, reported if they had discussed condom use with a healthcare provider, and among those who did, they also reported why healthcare providers recommended condoms, if they demonstrated correct condom use, and/or provided condoms. Data collection occurred in February and March 2018. Results Most adolescents (71.0%) and young adults (66.7%) who discussed sexual health with a healthcare provider reported discussing condom use. Condoms were most often recommended for both pregnancy and STD prevention. Fewer adolescents and young adults were shown how to use condoms (11.4% of adolescents; 5.7% of young adults) or provided condoms (14.9% of adolescents; 14.7% of young adults). Only 3.2% of adolescents and 1.3% of young adults had healthcare providers who discussed, demonstrated, and provided condoms. Conclusions Sexual health conversations with healthcare providers are likely to include condoms. But few adolescents and young adults were shown how to use condoms or provide condoms.
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    SAAP Insights: Professional Roles, Experience, and Confidence
    (2024-12-12) Pancholi, Kushal; Neal, Tiffany; Gottipati, Mounika; Swiezy, Naomi
    This study evaluates healthcare providers' confidence in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) care by analyzing data from the Survey of Autism Awareness and Practice (SAAP). The research focuses on the correlation between years of experience and confidence levels, examining knowledge, support, and perceived effectiveness in caring for individuals with ASD. Data collection involved surveys and interviews, with subsequent data entry into Excel and REDCap. Statistical analysis and visualizations were conducted using Power BI and Python. Key findings indicate a significant positive correlation between healthcare providers' total years of experience and their confidence in ASD care. These insights aim to inform the development of targeted training programs, enhancing provider readiness and improving care outcomes for individuals with ASD. The practicum provided hands-on experience with real-world data, fostering technical and analytical skills, and bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical application.