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<p>Despite the importance of condom use for promoting sexual health and reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), condom use experiences of blind and low-vision (BLV) adults have been largely unexplored. In the present study, 126 BLV adults participated in an online survey comprised of measures assessing condom use errors/problems, beliefs, and barriers, and two open-ended questions about their lived experiences related to condom use. Findings indicated that BLV adults share some commonalities with sighted individual in condom use errors and problems. However, unique barriers for BLV adults emerged, primarily lack of equitable access to condoms and comprehensive sexual health knowledge, underscoring the marginalization of this population in the United States. These results have significant implications for the sexual health of BLV adults. Recommendations for healthcare providers and educators include providing equitable access to condoms and information on sexual health and correct condom application.</p>

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An Exploration of Condom Use Beliefs, Barriers, and Experiences among Blind and Low-vision Adults in the United States

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年9月30日

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  • Kirsten Greer,
  • Ivanka Simić Stanojević,
  • Mika Baugh,
  • Kyla Cary,
  • Jennifer Piatt,
  • William Yarber,
  • Christopher Clark,
  • Tori Sciara,
  • Adaobi Okolocha

摘要

Despite the importance of condom use for promoting sexual health and reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), condom use experiences of blind and low-vision (BLV) adults have been largely unexplored. In the present study, 126 BLV adults participated in an online survey comprised of measures assessing condom use errors/problems, beliefs, and barriers, and two open-ended questions about their lived experiences related to condom use. Findings indicated that BLV adults share some commonalities with sighted individual in condom use errors and problems. However, unique barriers for BLV adults emerged, primarily lack of equitable access to condoms and comprehensive sexual health knowledge, underscoring the marginalization of this population in the United States. These results have significant implications for the sexual health of BLV adults. Recommendations for healthcare providers and educators include providing equitable access to condoms and information on sexual health and correct condom application.