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We conducted searches in six online databases for published, peer-reviewed quantitative effectiveness studies on multi-session, group focused, and interaction based SDV prevention programs for male youth ending March After screening of 21, hits using PRISMA guidelines, 15 studies on 13 different programs, from four continents were included. Narrative analysis showed, first, broad ranges in program intensity 2—48 h total , and few program curricula included explicit discussion of relevant aspects of the TPB.
Third, significant effects were found mostly on longer term behaviors and short-term attitudes. Other theoretical proxies of SDV experiences, such as social norms and perceived behavioral control, were sparsely investigated; thus, program effectiveness on these outcomes remains largely unknown. Assessed with the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool, moderate to serious risk of bias arose in all studies. We present concrete suggestions for program content, such as explicit attention to victimization and masculinity and discuss best practices for evaluation research, including assessments of program integrity, and examining relevant theoretical proxies of SDV.
Keywords: Sexual violence, Sexual education, Adolescent boys, Sexual health, Structured literature review. Sexual and dating violence are persistent problems all over the world Borumandnia et al. Male youth are at an increased risk of developing these types of behavior Basile et al. Hence, the aim of the current study is to synthesize the scientific knowledge regarding characteristics, intended psychosexual outcomes and effectiveness of sexual and dating violence prevention programs for male youth.
As shown by a systematic review of worldwide prevalence studies among adolescents and young adults, percentages of victimization of physical dating violence among youth can go up to First experiences with sexual and dating violence hereafter termed SDV often occur when victims are under 25 years old.
