Fig. 2

Adolescent condom use decision-making is often informed by discussions related to sexual debut and condom use. Decisions related to sexual debut is informed by the belief that when in a relationship true love is shown through having sex which is informed by the affective component of hope, love and affection. Sexual debut decisions are also informed by the perceptions of parents related to age-appropriate sex which is shaped by the affective component of fear and regret. Decisions related to condom use is informed by concerns about the future (such as becoming pregnant or becoming a parent) which is informed by the affective component of fear. Condom use decisions are also informed by concerns about partner fidelity related to contracting STIs which is shaped by the affective component of fear too