Yes and Know Curriculum for Sexually Transmitted Infections
(Yes and Know Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This study is a 2-arm cluster randomized controlled trial with approximately 1,200 youth aged 14-19 years to assess the effectiveness of Yes and Know, a sexual health education program. To be eligible, participants must be 14-19 years old and English-speaking. Those in the treatment arm will receive Yes and Know, a synchronous virtual program delivered over multiple sessions totaling nine hours, along with asynchronous online activities and resources. Those in the control arm will receive a similarly structured program focused on nutrition education. Participants will complete brief online surveys at baseline and at 3 and 12 months after the synchronous sessions. The study will assess the program's effectiveness in reducing the prevalence of unprotected sex among youth and improving short-term outcomes, such as knowledge of reproductive health and healthy relationships, self-efficacy, and the use of reproductive health services.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the Yes and Know treatment for sexually transmitted infections?
Research Team
Karin K Coyle, PhD
Principal Investigator
ETR Associates
Rebecca A Braun, DrPH, MPH
Principal Investigator
ETR Associates
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for English-speaking youth aged 14-19 who are interested in learning about sexual health and well-being. It's designed to see if the Yes and Know program can help reduce unprotected sex and improve knowledge of reproductive health, self-efficacy, and use of health services.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive the Yes and Know or Nutrition Skills program through nine 60-minute synchronous virtual sessions, along with asynchronous online activities and resources
Follow-up
Participants complete online surveys to assess the program's effectiveness in reducing unprotected sex and improving health knowledge and self-efficacy
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Yes and Know
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
ETR Associates
Lead Sponsor
University of California, San Francisco
Collaborator