Location
Corpus Christi, TX
About the Organization
The Texas Department of Health, in collaboration with Planned Parenthood of South Texas, designed a project that links educational programs for young men ages 18-25 with male-focused clinical family planning services.
Goal of the Project
The project goal is to foster linkages between reproductive health educational efforts and clinical services
Approach of the Project
The project will explore: 1) the efficacy of adolescent and young adult male reproductive health education content; 2) the availability of health education and health services; and 3) communication between young adult males and their partners concerning reproductive health issues. Activities include developing media and educational materials, workshops and support groups, educational programs for males, and clinical family planning services. Planned Parenthood of South Texas will provide male-focused clinical services. The project will evaluate the degree to which the availability of the scope of services provided influences service utilization, health behaviors, attitudes, and decision-making of young adult males. This program uses the Health Belief Model and Social Cognitive Theory.