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No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms. Introduction: Adolescent sexual and reproductive health SRH issues constitute key health concerns as some adolescents are directly or indirectly involved in sexual engagements, with increased risks and health consequences.
The study aims to explore adolescents' perceptions about dating and permissive sexual behaviors which will contribute to designing sexual and reproductive health interventions. This paper adds to knowledge on adolescents' perceptions about dating, pre-marital, casual, transactional and age-disparate sex in southeastern, Nigeria.
Methods: A qualitative study was undertaken in the three senatorial zones of Ebonyi state, south eastern Nigeria. The study population comprised unmarried in- and out-of-school adolescents aged 13β18 years. Data were collected using a pre-tested focus group discussion FGD guide. A thematic framework approach was used for data analysis. Results: Adolescents' views about dating and other sexual behaviors were varied. The dominant view is that hugging, touching and kissing are inappropriate for unmarried adolescents.
