Table 1 Sociodemographic characteristics of YMSM (N = 22)
Variable | Category | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|---|
Age | 18–20 | 10 (45.5) |
21–24 | 12 (54.5) | |
Gender identity | Cisgender male | 22 (100.0) |
Sexual orientation identity | Gay | 16 (72.7) |
Bisexual | 6 (27.3) | |
Institution attended | University | 11 (50.0) |
College | 11 (50.0) | |
Ownership of institution attended | Public | 13 (59.1) |
Private | 9 (40.9) | |
Type of course studied | Science, technology, engineering and mathematics | 12 (54.5) |
Arts, business and humanities | 10 (45.5) | |
Year of study | 1st and 2nd year | 13 (59.1) |
3rd and 4th year | 9 (40.9) | |
Residence | College housing/ rented hostel | 16 (72.7) |
With family | 6 (27.3) | |
Ever attended boarding school | Yes | 19 (86.4) |
No | 3 (13.6) | |
Main source of financial support | Parents/guardians | 14 (63.6) |
Employment | 8 (36.4) | |
Had smartphone at time of study | Yes | 21 (95.5) |
No | 1 (4.5) |