Ditty bag of condoms, home-use instructions lead to improved comfort and consistency with condom use

(Indiana University) A new and successful strategy for combating STIs such as HIV draws from an old idea: practice is fundamental to learning, even when it involves using condoms correctly. The Kinsey Institute Homework Intervention Strategy gives men condoms and lubricants, makes sure the men understand how to apply condoms correctly, and then assigns homework. The men are expected to try out at least six condoms solo, paying particular attention to their own pleasure and favorite condoms.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news