Self-disclosure of sexually transmitted diseases: an integrative review.

Authors

• Kymberlee A Montgomery
• Elizabeth W Gonzalez
• Owen C Montgomery

Publication/Presentation Date

1-1-2008

Abstract

In the United States, there are currently more than 65 million individuals living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD), and approximately 19 million new infections will continue to occur each year. To decrease the transmission of potentially dangerous and life-altering STDs, self-disclosure of sexual and drug history and sexual orientation is paramount. This integrative review examines the concept of self-disclosure of STDs, suggests areas of additional research, and proposes a comprehensive public health campaign, with a specific focus on the recent human papillomavirus epidemic to improve the physical and psychological health of all individuals.

Volume

22

Issue

5

First Page

268

Last Page

279

ISSN

1550-5138

Published In/Presented At

Montgomery, K. A., Gonzalez, E. W., & Montgomery, O. C. (2008). Self-disclosure of sexually transmitted diseases: an integrative review. Holistic nursing practice, 22(5), 268–279. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.HNP.0000334920.46680.f2

Disciplines

Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

PubMedID

18758276

Department(s)

Administration and Leadership

Document Type

Article