Tímarit hjúkrunarfræðinga - 2021, Blaðsíða 95

Studies have demonstrated some difficulties
among young men in using condoms. The
purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the
experience of young Icelandic men of condom use
and their views thereof.
The study is based on a qualitative method,
a phenomenological approach. Individual
interviews were conducted with 13 young men,
18-25 years old. The interviews were thematically
analyzed according to the framework analysis
method.
Three themes were identified, Insecurity and
security, Action stronger than words and Afraid
that everyting will go to hell. Several influential
factors were revealed regarding the decision to
use condoms. Some participants were secure
in using condoms while others were not and
they could also be ambivalent. Communication
with a partner about condom use proved to be
easy for some but not for others, who expressed
uncertainty. It was easier to skip the conversation
The study showed that the experience of
condom use could be difficult and create fear
that everything would go wrong. With increased
knowledge of young men´s experience of condom
use, sexuality education can be better tailored
to their needs, promote their self confidence,
and thus, increasing condom use and possibly
reducing the frequency of sexually transmitted
infections.
Aim
ENGLISH SUMMARY
Condom use of young men:
Upholding dignity.
Qualitative study
Method
Results
Key words:
Young men, condom use, qualitative study, sexual-
and reproductive health, risk behavior.
Correspondent:
ssb@hi.is
Conclusion
Bender, S.S., Hilmarsdottir, K., Gunnarsdottir, Th.J.
and go right ahead. The actual condom use
could be complicated, worrisome and create
fear regarding negative consequences. The act of
interrupting the moment to reach for the condom,
put it on, maintain sexual excitement with the
condom could create worries and stress. Some,
however, had gained confidence in condom use
and expressed positive experience and views
thereof.