AIDS-preventive Behavior Research Articles

THE COMPARISON OF HEALTH EDUCATION THROUGH TELEHEALTH (WHATSAPP) AND BOOKLET ON HIV/AIDS PREVENTION BEHAVIOR IN PROSPECTIVE BRIDES BASED ON THE HEALTH BELIEF MODEL

Background : HIV/AIDS is a sexually transmitted disease that is currently a disease with a high prevalence in Indonesia with the majority of sufferers in the age range of 25-49 years old. Health education is one of the primary prevention efforts in suppressing the incidence of HIV / AIDS. Currently, there are many media that can be used in delivering health education such as booklets and telehealth. Objectives : The purpose of this study was to determine the most effective media in providing health education on HIV/AIDS prevention behavior in prospective brides based on the health belief model. Methods : The study method used a type of quantitative study with a quasy-experiment. This study has a total sample of 54 respondents with accidental sampling technique. This study instrument used AHBS (AIDS Health Belief Scale) as a questionnaire. Result : There is a significant difference between health education through telehealth and booklets on HIV / AIDS prevention behavior in prospective brides based on the health belief model through the Mann Whitney statistical test obtained the results of p value (0.000 <0.05). Conclusions : It can be concluded that telehealth media is a fairly effective tool with the resulting N-gain score of 59.8% in delivering health education. Through this research, it is hoped that Religious Affairs Office Cimahi can use telehealth (whatsapp) and booklets as a media for HIV/AIDS health education for prospective brides

THE RELATIONSHIP OF KNOWLEDGE WITH HIV/AIDS PREVENTION BEHAVIORS IN STUDENTS AT SMK KARYA GUNA BHAKTI 1 BEKASI

Many teenagers and minors are already familiar with drugs, freesex, brawls, theft, and other negative or criminal acts that are contrary to the norms that exist in society and have problems with the law in Indonesia. HIV / AIDS is one of the most frightening diseases, because until now it has not found a cure, so people who have this disease arguably do not have a long life expectancy. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge and HIV / AIDS prevention behavior in students of SMK Karya Guna Bhakti 1 Bekasi. The research method used is quantitative with crossectional types of research. The population in this study was students of class XI TKR (Light Vehicle Engineering), TBSM (Motorcycle Business Engineering), and MM (MultiMedia) SMK Karya Guna Bhakti 1 Bekasi and a sample of 105 students. Data retrieval techniques using purposive sampling. Statistical test using chi square test with the results of respondents who have good knowledge as many as 82 students (78.1%) and respondents with positive behavior towards HIV / AIDS prevention as many as 77 respondents (73.3%) obtained p-value (0.001) < (0.05). There is a relationship between knowledge and HIV / AIDS prevention behavior in students of SMK Karya Guna Bhakti 1 Bekasi.

Effects of Model-based Educational Interventions on Promoting AIDS Preventive Behaviors in Iranian Adolescents: A Systematic Review

Background: AIDS is one of the perilous infectious diseases and according to the WHO, the only effective way to prevent AIDS is through health education. Therefore, high-risk and vulnerable groups, including adolescents, should be prioritized in educational programs. Objectives: This systematic review study aims to investigate the effects of model-based educational interventions on promoting AIDS preventive behaviors in Iranian adolescents. Methods: International databases, including Scopus, PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, ISC, and Google Scholar, along with national databases, including Magiran, SID, IranDoc, and IRCT were consulted for eligible articles. The following keywords were selected based on MeSH and combined with Boolean (AND, OR) operators: “Adolescent, ” “Health model, ” “Education, ” “HIV, ” “Iran, ” and “Knowledge.” A total of 2969 articles published from April 1, 2005, to May 1, 2020, were extracted. Subsequently, two researchers reviewed the articles independently for screening and selection. The main inclusion criteria were Persian and English studies and model-based educational interventions. Data extraction was performed by two researchers via a researcher-made form independently according to the inclusion criteria. Results: Of the 12 final articles with a total sample size of 2013 adolescents, 8 articles were from the national databases and 4 from the international databases. Based on the results, although the health belief model is the most prevalent framework in designing educational interventions related to AIDS-preventive behaviors, it does not seem appropriate for changing long-term behaviors. It was also indicated that educational interventions based on the social cognitive theory did not have much effect on their attitudes, despite increasing adolescents’ awareness. Educational interventions based on the theory of planned behavior also improved attitudes and significantly increased rejection skills while delaying risky AIDS-related suggestions in students. Conclusions: Different types of health belief model, theory of planned behavior, and the social cognitive theory educational interventions can be effective in increasing the knowledge of adolescents and promoting their HIV-related preventive attitudes and cognitive perceptions. Given their effectiveness, the design and implementation of such interventions are recommended in schools.

The Relationship of the Role of Parents and Information Media with HIV/AIDS Prevention Behavior in Adolescents at SMAN 75 Jakarta

HIV is a virus that attacks the human immune system and if the condition gets worse and results in various complications, the disease will cause AIDS or Aquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Adolescent behavior at this time tends to be at risk with promiscuity everywhere so as to increase the incidence of HIV/AIDS for adolescents. The purpose of the research actually for determine the relationship between the role of parents and information media with HIV/AIDS prevention behavior for adolescents at SMAN 75 Jakarta. The type of research is quantitative with cross sectional research design and analyzed by Chi-Square Test. This research conducted in March to June 2020 at SMAN 75 Jakarta involving as of 154 respondents, and the sampling using a random sampling technique. The statistical test results using Chi-Square stated that a significant relationship between the role of parents and information media. (p = 0.007). On the information media with HIV / Aids prevention behavior showed a significant relationship (p = 0,000). It is recommended to students, schools and parents to work together in efforts for prevention of HIV/AIDS.

Prevention Of Hiv / Aids in The Behavior of Male Sex (Lsl)

HIV and AIDS is a disease that continues to develop and has become a global problem that is sweepingthe world. HIV is a virus that attacks the white blood cells in the body (lymphocytes) which causes adecrease in human immunity, while AIDS is a symptom of a disease that arises due to decreasedimmunity. In these cases, it is often found that someone who has sex with the same sex or what iscommonly known as LSL / MSM (Lelaki Seks Lelaki / Male Sex With Men) is a risk group that is susceptibleto HIV-AIDS. The percentage of HIV positive AIDS cases in Indonesia in 2018 in men was 63.8%. In 2018out of 99 cases, 55 people who tested positive for HIV / AIDS were LSL in Tasikmalaya City. This studyaims to obtain information about HIV and AIDS prevention behavior in LSL related to the length of timethey were LSL, perceptions of positive and negative behavior of being LSL, access to information,personal freedom, and measures to prevent HIV and AIDS transmission. This research design isdescriptive with a qualitative approach. The informants were selected using the snowball samplingtechnique with 3 informants from the LSL Community in the city of Tasikmalaya and 1 informant fromthe AIDS Prevention Commission. The results showed that the informants 'attitudes and behavior controlinfluenced the informants' intention to take HIV and AIDS prevention, such as using condoms andregularly participating in counseling and VCT tests.

Cognitive Factors Affecting AIDS Preventive Behaviors in Iranian Women with Addicted Spouses

Background: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS is one of the most substantial socioeconomic health issues in many countries all around the world. Objectives: This study aimed to address the factors affecting AIDS preventive behaviors in women who had addicted husbands using the health belief model (HBM) in Sarbishe and Birjand cities, Iran, in 2019. Methods: A descriptive-analytical study was conducted on 224 women who had addicted husbands. A convenience sampling method was used, and all women whose husbands were under the support of the public and private addiction treatment centers were entered into the study. Data collection tools included a questionnaire of demographic items, HBM constructs, knowledge, and AIDS preventive behaviors. The collected data were analyzed using a correlation test and a regression model. The p value was considered less than 0.05 to be significant. Results: The respondents' mean age was 37.77 ± 8.97 years. Most women (93.8%) were housekeepers, and 54% of them had self-employed husbands. Most women (61.6%) and their husbands (58.9%) had an education level of under-diploma. Based on the regression model, the most important predictors of AIDS preventive behaviors included perceived self-efficacy (B = 0.231), education level (B = 0.196), and income (B = -0.154). Conclusions: Research findings confirm the association between perceived self-efficacy, education level, income, and adopting AIDS preventive behaviors. The obtained results can be used to develop theory-based interventions to shape AIDS preventive behaviors in high-risk groups.

Safer Sex Practice Among Female Chinese College Students and Its Antecedents: A Culture-Centered Approach

In response to the increasing rates of HIV/AIDS among Chinese college students, this study investigated the informational, motivational, behavioral, and cultural factors affecting female college students’ sexual behavior and safer sex practice in China. An online survey was conducted on a purposive sample of 1,247 female Chinese college students. The study lent partial support to the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model of AIDS-Preventive Behavior model in a non-U.S. context and revealed that among sexually active women, close adherence to a female gender role was associated with lower condom use in the current sexual culture in China. The findings could help public health practitioners tailor safe sex messages targeting young females.

Knowledge, attitude and prevention behavior related to HIV/AIDS among students of a college in Lao-PDR: a cross-sectional study

Background: Inadequate knowledge, negative attitudes towards people living with HIV/AIDS and risky practices are related to the spread of HIV infection. This study aimed to explore and test associations between knowledge, attitude and AIDS prevention behavior among students in Kham Mouane Technical-Vocation College, Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Methods: A cross-sectional, self-report questionnaire study was conducted in May 2018. Pearson's Chi-squared test and binary logistic regression was used to test the association between variables. Results: Of 939 participants, it was found that: 61.6% were women; the mean age was 20.7 years (range 18-28 years); 40.2% lived in the college dormitory; >80% drank alcoholic beverages; 31.9% drank until slightly intoxicated; 13.7% drank until drunk; and the average drinking rate was 1-2 times a month (50%). Knowledge levels about the route of HIV transmission and how it can be controlled were poor. Misunderstood issues included: HIV transmission can be controlled by having a single partner and using condoms while having sex was correctly understood by only 22.8%; 72% incorrectly reported that HIV can be transmitted through a mosquito bite; and 48.2% believed incorrectly that drinking alcohol can disinfect HIV. Attitudes towards HIV were at a moderate level: the participants believed that infected persons should not reveal themselves in public, at work or college, and that requesting a boyfriend use a condom showed mistrust. HIV prevention practices were reported at a better level: reducing opportunity for sex by not cohabiting or staying privately with a lover and wearing condoms regularly during sexual intercourse, although more than 70% still drank alcohol when visiting nightclubs, associated with an increased likelihood of unprotected sex. Conclusions: Public and community stakeholders need to design HIV prevention classes suited to college environments to improve students’ knowledge, attitudes and risky behavior practices related to HIV.

Effect of an Educational Intervention on AIDS Prevention Among the Female Heads of Household: Application of the Health Belief Model

Objectives: Health education is the only effective way to fight against AIDS. The present study aimed to determine the effect of a health belief model (HBM)-based educational intervention on the prevention of AIDS among female heads of household. Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted among 70 female householders in Zahedan, Iran. The participants were randomly assigned into the two groups of control and intervention. The data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire including demographic information, HIV knowledge, and HBM components. The intervention group was subjected to two 90-minute training sessions that was based on the HBM. These sessions were conducted using lecture, group discussion, and question and answer. The two groups filled out the questionnaire before and one month after the intervention. Data analysis was performed in SPSS (version 21) using descriptive statistics, chi-square test, independent t-test, paired samples t-test, and UNIANOVA. Results: There was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of demographic characteristics. According to the findings, the mean score of knowledge in the intervention group was increased significantly post-intervention (8.65 ± 2.30) compared to pre-intervention (2.54 ± 1.80), but in the control group, the mean score of knowledge was not different pre- (2.42 ± 1.89) and post-intervention (2.97 ± 1.45). Also, the mean score of components of HBM, with the exception of perceived barriers (23 ± 5.26), was increased significantly in the intervention group post-intervention. Nonetheless, there was no significant difference in this regard in the control group (P > 0.05). Conclusions: As the findings indicated, HBM-based education had a positive impact on the adoption of HIV preventive behaviors. Consequently, it is recommended to use this model or similar models to remove the barriers to AIDS preventive behaviors and raise individuals' knowledge in this regard.

Health Education Intervention on HIV/AIDS Prevention Behaviors among Health Volunteers in Healthcare Centers: An Applying the Theory of Planned Behavior

Present study aims to investigate the impact of health education intervention on improving HIV/AIDS preventive behaviors among Health volunteers in Torbat-e Heydarieh Iran. 120 Health volunteers were involved in this quasi-experimental study (60 participants in intervention group and 60 participants in control group). Data collection tool was a questionnaire based on theory of planned behavior along with demographic questions which was applied before and 2 month after intervention. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS16 with descriptive analysis, and analytical tests (independent t-test, correlation coefficient) were conducted at 5% significance level. The findings of the study showed no significant difference between two groups in terms of mean scores of knowledge, attitude, performance, behavioral intention, and behavioral control before intervention (p > 0.05). But a significant difference was observed between two groups after the health education intervention (p < 0.05). Health education intervention based on theory of planned behavior, regarding AIDS disease preventive behavior, significantly affects Health volunteers. Therefore, according to behavior theory, such educations lead to positive changes in AIDS preventive behaviors.

Beliefs and Perception About HIV/AIDS, Self-Efficacy, and HIV Sexual Risk Behaviors Among Young Thai Men Who Have Sex With Men.

This study examined the relationships of HIV/AIDS beliefs, self-efficacy for AIDS preventive behaviors, perception of HIV as a chronic disease, and HIV risk behaviors among young Thai men who have sex with men. Participants were recruited for a self-administered anonymous survey through Facebook. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with each of four HIV risk behavior outcomes. Factors associated with sexual risk behaviors included age (18 and 21 years), having a current regular male partner, self-efficacy for AIDS preventive behaviors (self-efficacy in refusing sexual intercourse, self-efficacy in questioning potential sex partners, and self-efficacy in condom use), AIDS health belief (perceived susceptibility to HIV/AIDS, perceived severity of HIV/AIDS, perceived barriers to condom use, and cues to action for HIV/AIDS prevention), and perception of HIV/AIDS as a chronic disease (perceived HIV sero-status disclosure). Knowledge generated from this study has the potential to inform prevention messages for young Thai MSM.

Effect of educational intervention on knowledge, perceived benefits, barriers and self-efficacy regarding AIDS preventive behaviors among drug addicts.

Background and Objectives:Addicts account for approximately 68.15% of AIDS cases in Iran and injection drug users are considered as a major factor in the spread of AIDS in Iran. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of an educational intervention on the perceived self-efficacy, benefits, and barriers concerning AIDS preventive behaviors among drug addicts in Khorramabad, Iran.Methods:This is a quasi-experimental study carried out in 2013 on 88 addicts kept in rehabilitations center in Khorramabad. The data collection instruments included a questionnaire on self-efficacy, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, knowledge and preventive behaviors regarding HIV. Data were analyzed by paired t-test, independent t-test, Chi-square and analysis of covariance.Results:Paired t-test showed that the mean scores for perceived benefits and barriers, knowledge and preventive behaviors significantly increased in the intervention group after the intervention than before the intervention. But the increase in self-efficacy score was not statistically significant.Conclusions:The results of this study showed that training and education based on the health belief model led to an increase in knowledge, self-efficacy, perceived benefits, performance and reduction in perceived barriers in addicts. It is recommended that future studies should include strategies for enhancing self-efficacy and perceived benefits as well as strategies for reducing barriers to the adoption of preventive behaviors.

Self-efficacy and perceived benefits / barriers on the AIDs preventive behaviors

Background: Drug users (opiate dependency) account for about 65% of all AIDS cases in Iran. Drug injection has been identified as the most common way of HIV transmission in these patients. This study aimed to determine self-efficacy, and perceived benefits / barriers of AIDs preventive behaviors in opiate dependency. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2009.The study population was 86 drug user men at Re-birth association in Zarandieh city. The data were collected using self-administered questionnaires includeing demographic characteristics, perceived benefits/barriers of self-efficacy and AIDS preventive behaviors. Data was analyzed with ANOVA, regression and correlation coefficients and descriptive statistical methods. Results: Regression analysis showed that age, education level, knowledge and perceived benefits/barriers, self-efficacy, all together explain 28% of AIDS preventive behaviors variance. Perceived barriers and self- efficacy were the most important predicting factor. 63% of the samples believed that they have ability of HIV-preventive behaviors. Conclusion: The study showed the relationship of perceived benefits/barriers, self- efficacy with AIDS preventive behaviors. It is suggested that the findings of this study may be used as a basis for designing interventions to improve better performance in the concerned area.

Perceived Behavior of Others and AIDS Risk Behavior Among Heterosexually-Identified Methamphetamine Users

This study used cross-sectional data to examine perceived risk behavior of social network members as a correlate of AIDS risk behavior in a sample of 230 heterosexually-identified. methamphetamine (meth) users. The highest ratings of risk behavior within participants' social networks were associated with meth use and non-use of condoms. Friends received the highest ratings in tenns of overall perceived involvement in drug and sexual risk behaviors. In a multivariate analysis, perceived risk behavior of others, social norms, and attitudes toward AIDS preventive behaviors were significantly associated with intentions to always use condoms. Strategies for addressing negative social influences in the context of sexual risk reduction interventions are described.

Generalizing a model of health behaviour change and AIDS stigma for use with sexually transmitted infection clinic patients in Cape Town, South Africa

We tested the Information–Motivation–Behavioural Skills (IMB) model of AIDS preventive behaviour in South Africa. Prospective path analyses were performed on measures collected from 131 men and 60 women with sexually transmitted infections (STI) in Cape Town. Results showed that IMB constructs collected at baseline predicted risk reduction behaviour 3 months later. Risk reduction intentions were positively associated with risk reduction self-efficacy and self-efficacy was in turn positively associated with protective behaviour 3 months later. In a second model, AIDS-related stigmas correlated inversely with AIDS knowledge and there was a trend toward AIDS stigmas correlating inversely with behavioural intentions. Accounting for AIDS-related stigmas did not improve model fit. These findings parallel similar tests of the IMB model in US samples and suggest that the IMB model may generalize to South Africa and may therefore be useful in guiding HIV risk reduction interventions.

AIDS-preventie: de effectiviteit van theater voor en door asielzoekers

AIDS-prevention: the effectiveness of theatre for and by asylum seekers In the current explorative field research, the effect of an HIV/AIDSprevention project for asylum seekers in the North of the Netherlands was evaluated. The intervention was presented in the form of a theatre play in an African setting, devised and performed by asylum seekers. Knowledge, attitude, social norms, self-efficacy and the intention towards AIDS-preventive behaviour appeared to change in the group that had received the intervention. The results suggest that the theatre play may fulfil a positive role in AIDS-prevention among asylum seekers.

Determinants of Condom Use Stage of Change Among Heterosexually-Identified Methamphetamine Users

There is a paucity of research on the association between methamphetamine use (meth) and sexual risk behavior among heterosexual meth users. This study used a multiple theories approach to identify factors associated with stage of change for condom use in a sample of 181 HIV-negative, heterosexually identified meth users. Background characteristics, drug use variables, and theoretical mechanism of change variables were examined in relation to Prochaska's contemplative and preparation stages of change. Sexual risk behavior was highest among those in the contemplation stage of change. When compared with those in the preparation stage of change, contemplators were more likely to be never married, more likely to have an STD, consumed larger amounts of meth and other illicit drugs, had lower scores on self-efficacy and outcome expectancies for condom use and negotiation of safer sex practices, and had less positive social norms in relation to AIDS preventive behaviors. A multivariate logistic regression revealed that the preparation stage of change was associated with increased self-efficacy for condom use, stronger social norms regarding condom use, and reduced occurrence of sexually transmitted diseases. The findings are discussed in relation to the development of sexual risk reduction interventions for heterosexual meth users.

The Influence of Peer versus Adult Communication on AIDS-Protective Behaviors among Ghanaian Youth

Who most influences youth's AIDS-protective behaviors: peers, adults, or a combination of both? This paper explores interpersonal communication about reproductive health information among Ghanaian youth, and the association of this communication with different types of reported AIDS-preventive behaviors. Contacts of peer educators in Ghana were surveyed at three sites during April 1998. Respondents age 11 to 26 years were included in this analysis (N=490). Youth who talked with both peers and adults (n=90) were 2.08 times more likely (95% CI: 1.23, 3.51) to report having done anything to protect themselves from AIDS than those who talked to no one (n=202), while those who talked with peers only (n=150) were 1.71 times more likely (95% CI: 1.10, 2.64) to have done something to protect themselves from AIDS. Youth who talked with adults only were not significantly more likely to protect themselves from AIDS than those who spoke with no one (n=42). Sexually active youth were more than twice as likely to talk to peers as adults. Specific AIDS-protective behaviors reported by youth differed substantially depending on whether their contact source was peers or adults. Understanding the interelationship between peer and adult influence allows program managers to design increasingly effective programs.

Understanding AIDS preventive behavior with casual and primary partners in homosexual men: The theory of planned behavior and the information-motivation-behavioral-skills model

This study examined whether components from the Information-Motivation-Behavioral-Skills Model, in particular information, added explanatory power to factors derived from the Theory of Planned Behavior with respect to predicting AIDS-preventive behaviors among gay men. Participants were recruited from a longstanding cohort study in Amsterdam. Multivariate regression analyses showed that concepts from the Theory of Planned Behavior could account adequately for intentions to use condoms with casual as well as with steady partners. Actual behavior was best predicted by past behavior. In addition, structural equation modeling demonstrated that the causal paths as posited by Theory of Planned Behavior had a good fit to the data. From the presented findings implications for preventive interventions can be drawn. Specifically, interventions to increase condom use with casual partners need to focus at improving perceived behavioral control regarding this behavior, for instance through skills training. Interventions aimed at safer sex within steady relationships should take into account that the HIV-status of the individual and his partner plays an important role in the occurrence of unprotected anal sex in a romantic dyad.

The Health Belief Model and AIDS-Preventive Behavior in a Ghana Student Population

The AIDS pandemic in Africa has led to efforts aimed at changing human behavior that lead to infection. Various models exist that have potential for explaining. AIDS-preventive behavior. The Health Belief Model (HBM), which has been tested in the U.S., is used to examine such behavior in a sample of students in Ghana. Findings from the study indicate gender differences in terms of AIDS-preventive behavior and self-efficacy associated with it. These findings suggest a need for gender-specific messages and indicate that messages aimed at women should instill the belief that they have the power to engage in AIDS-preventive behavior. The relatively low levels of AIDS knowledge among the sample also points to the need for better focused AIDS communication campaigns.