The Knowledge,Attitudes, and Practices of Young Adult Males on Reproductive Health in Barangay 569, Zone 56, Sampaloc, Manila

Abstract

Sexual and reproductive health remains an important public health concern among young adults, particularly males, who play a significant role in reproductive decision-making, relationship  responsibility,  and  health-seeking  behavior.  Despite  this,  reproductive  health research and programs have historically focused more on females, resulting in limited attention to the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of young men in community settings. Understanding how young adult males perceive and engage with reproductive health concepts is essential in strengthening    preventive    behaviors,    promoting    shared    responsibility,    and     supporting evidence-based community interventions.

  This study aims to assess the levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to sexual and reproductive health among young adult males aged 18–24 residing in Barangay 569, Zone 56, Sampaloc, Manila. The study seeks to describe their demographic characteristics and determine their awareness of reproductive health topics, perceptions toward contraception and safe sexual behaviors,  and  engagement  in  reproductive  health  practices.  Findings  from  this  study  are intended to provide a basis for strengthening male-inclusive reproductive health education and barangay-based youth programs.

  The study employs a quantitative, cross-sectional, and assessment-only research design with a descriptive approach. Data are gathered using a self-administered questionnaire adapted from a previously validated instrument on reproductive health knowledge, attitudes, and practices. The target respondents are selected through purposive sampling from the identified population of young adult males in the barangay. Descriptive statistics, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, are used to analyze demographic characteristics and determine levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices.

  This study is expected to contribute to the growing body of literature on male reproductive health in  the  Philippine  context  and  provide  community-level  insights  that  may  guide  policy development,  program  planning,  and  the  enhancement  of youth-friendly  reproductive  health services.