The Impact of Knowledge, Norms, and Self-Efficacy on Intentions to Engage in AIDS-Preventive Behaviors among Young Incarcerated African American Males.

Belgrave, Faye Z.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1993

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The Impact of Knowledge, Norms, and Self-Efficacy on Intentions to Engage in AIDS-Preventive Behaviors among Young Incarcerated African American Males.

Belgrave, Faye Z.; And Others

Journal of Black Psychology, v19 n2 p155-68 May 1993

Describes levels of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) knowledge, condom use, self-efficacy, and intentions to practice HIV-safe behaviors among 52 young incarcerated African-American males. Although overall knowledge and intent to practice safe sex were moderate, transmission knowledge was low. Peer and subjective norms support condom use. (SLD)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Behavior Patterns, Blacks, Condoms, Disease Control, Disease Incidence, Health Education, Intention, Knowledge Level, Males, Norms, Peer Influence, Prevention, Prisoners, Risk, Self Efficacy, Young Adults

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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