Reducing HIV Infection among African Americans by Targeting the African American Family.

Icard, Larry D.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ517398

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1995

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Reducing HIV Infection among African Americans by Targeting the African American Family.

Icard, Larry D.; And Others

Social Work Research, v19 n3 p153-63 Sep 1995

Compared 2 interventions (n=90) designed to reduce risk of human immunodeficiency virus infection among African Americans. Each group received information on biological and psychological aspects of human sexuality and disease, with experimental group additionally receiving communication and problem-solving skills training. The experimental group displayed more favorable AIDS attitudes. (JBJ)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Blacks, Communicable Diseases, Group Counseling, Group Therapy, Health Education, Health Promotion, Intervention, Parent Influence, Prevention, Self Efficacy, Social Support Groups

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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