Abstract
The research investigates the various aspects of risky sexual behavior among young people in Rivers State, considering its widespread occurrence and societal impact due to diseases. Four research questions were outlined. Secondary data sources were utilized, with thematic content analysis employed for data analysis. The study incorporates concepts related to the subject and adopts Rotter's Problem-Behavior Theory. It finds that risky sexual behaviors among youths include multiple partners, prostitution, and unprotected sex, among others. Consequences include high rates of sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, unintended pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and psychological effects. The study suggests that promoting condom use and adherence to safe sex practices among youths could mitigate the crisis of risky sexual behavior and its associated health issues, reducing rates of unwanted pregnancies, abortions, and infectious diseases.