Building on the findings of my previous study, Sexual violence in Catalan adolescents: prevalence, associated factors and health consequences, I sought to further explore the relationship between substance use and sexual practices among adolescents. This research process has allowed me to deepen my knowledge of the co-occurrence of these behaviors and their implications for public health. I have gained significant expertise in data analysis, particularly in the application of Poisson regression models to examine health risk factors. Additionally, I have strengthened my ability to critically assess gender and socioeconomic inequalities in adolescent health. Through this study, I have also enhanced my skills in interpreting epidemiological data and translating findings into actionable recommendations for prevention programs.

Reference: González-Casals H, Espelt A, Bosque-Prous M, Rogés J, Robles-Muñoz M, Colom J, et al. Sex differences in alcohol and other substance use in sexual contexts among adolescents: an observational study. Sex Health. 2025;22:SH24153.

Date: 06/02/2025

Place: Sexual Health journal