Distant group counseling on sexual mhyts

This study investigates the impact of distant group counseling through an online platform on sexual myths and sexual attitudes among young adults. The hypotheses formulated for this randomized controlled trial are as follows:
1.There is a significant difference in the Sexual Myths Scale (SMS) pretest-posttest-follow-up scores in the intervention group.
2.There is a significant difference in the Hendrick Sexual Attitudes Scale (HSAS) pretest-posttest-follow-up scores in the intervention group.
3.There is a significant difference in the SMS pretest-posttest-follow-up scores, favoring the intervention group.
4.There is a significant difference in the HSAS pretest-posttest-follow-up scores, favoring the intervention group.

The data was collected using a combination of online surveys and scales, including the SMS and the HSAS. Pretest, posttest, and follow-up data were gathered, and statistical analyses (e.g., paired t-tests, independent sample t-tests, Chi-square tests) were conducted to assess significant differences between the intervention and control groups in line with the normality of distributions.

The data indicated significant differences in the intervention group's scores across both scales, supporting the hypothesis that the online sexual health intervention had a positive effect. The intervention group demonstrated a positive shift in sexual attitudes and a reduction in the endorsement of sexual myths. The significant changes in both the SMS and the HSAS scores suggest that the online group counseling program effectively addressed sexual myths and improved sexual attitudes among young adults. In contrast, the control group showed minimal changes in both sexual myths and sexual attitudes, highlighting the effect of the intervention compared to the natural progression without such an educational program. The results underscore the potential of online group counseling in sexual health education, particularly for addressing misconceptions and promoting healthier sexual attitudes.