Malaysian youths pressured to have sex, yet ignorant on safe practices


Forty percent of Malaysian youth have felt pressured to have sex. — Filepic

Although 60% of Malaysian youths perceive sex to be pleasurable, two out of five continue to have sex despite it not being pleasurable, according to the 2022 Sexual Health and Intimate Wellness Survey.

And one in four found their first sexual encounter to be painful.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Sex , youth , sex education , STD , STI , safe sex

Next In Health

Feeling lonely during the holidays? Millions feel the same
Cardiac arrest vs heart attack
These high-fat foods could help cut dementia risk�
Three exercises to strengthen your knees�
Heed these warning signs of a heart attack�
Stay well during the holidays�
Help soon available to maintain cochlear implants
Exercising is for all ages, even you, grandpa and grandma!
COPD made him quit smoking cold turkey
Looking after our lungs starting with AI-powered screening

Others Also Read