Youth characteristics in relation to their perceptions of sexual consent: a cross-sectional study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Youth characteristics in relation to their perceptions of sexual consent: a cross-sectional study

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  • Cyril Knob

  • Lorraine Chok

  • Romaine Delacrétaz

  • Yara Barrense-Dias

  • Anne- Emmanuelle Ambresin

  • June 22, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Adolescent Traits and Their Views on Sexual Consent: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionSexual Consent Understanding
Key MechanismsPerceptions of sexual consent influenced by gender, age, socioeconomic status, and behavioral factors.
Target PopulationAdolescents aged 14-19 in Switzerland
Care SettingAdolescent healthcare and education

Key Highlights

  • Up to 15.8% of participants held 'implicit' perceptions of sexual consent.
  • Males and younger adolescents are more likely to have 'implicit' perceptions.
  • Socioeconomic status significantly influences perceptions of consent.
  • Gender differences exist in definitions of rape and coercion.
  • The study highlights the need for targeted consent education.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Assess perceptions of sexual consent among adolescents.

Management

  • Implement developmentally appropriate sexual consent education.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Evaluate changes in perceptions of sexual consent over time.

Risks

  • Risk factors include gender, age, and socioeconomic status.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Adolescents aged 14-19 in Switzerland.

Education on affirmative consent is crucial for promoting healthy sexual development.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Integrate sexual consent education into adolescent healthcare.
  • Tailor consent education to developmental stages and social contexts.
  • Promote positive sexuality and respectful relationships.

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