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Factors Associated With Aids Risk Behaviors Of African Born Adolescents In Southern California, Dixon Anjejo
Factors Associated With Aids Risk Behaviors Of African Born Adolescents In Southern California, Dixon Anjejo
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The study was aimed at determining if cultural beliefs are salient factors contributing to the spread of HIV/AIDS among African born adolescents aged 15 to 19 years living in southern California. We used a cross-sectional design and collected data in two phases. The first phase was qualitative and data were collected from 25 participants in focus groups. The second phase utilized a questionnaire which was developed from the results of the focus group, using the theory of planned behavior. One hundred and thirty-five black African born teenagers between the ages of 15-19 years living in southern California completed the questionnaire. …