Sexual and Reproductive Health Literacy and Service Utilization Among Young People in Southwest Nigeria | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Sexual and Reproductive Health Literacy and Service Utilization Among Young People in Southwest Nigeria
Puntos clave
Low sexual and reproductive health literacy correlates with limited service utilization among young people in the region.
The findings indicate a literacy level that significantly hinders access to necessary sexual and reproductive health services.
Assessment of knowledge revealed gaps that can be addressed through targeted interventions to enhance health education.
Supports the need for immediate action to improve health literacy, potentially leading to better health outcomes.
Resumen
The respondents had a low SRH literacy level, which was associated with poor utilization of SRH services. Appropriate interventions are required to improve SRH literacy levels in the study setting.