scholarly journals Influence of Access to HIV/AIDS Information on the Knowledge of Federal University Undergraduates in Nigeria

Libri ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-164
Author(s):  
Olubanke Mofoluwaso Bankole ◽  
Abiola Abioye
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Service Organizations ◽  
Unprotected Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
University Undergraduates ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Aids Information ◽  
Hiv Aids

Abstract Information and knowledge are the foremost tools in fighting the scourge of HIV/AIDS. Previous studies have focused more on HIV/AIDS and Nigerian undergraduates’ attitudes, beliefs and protective practices than how information factors influence their knowledge of the pandemic. This study, therefore, investigated the influence of access to HIV/AIDS information on its knowledge among undergraduates of federal universities in Nigeria. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design, with a combination of the purposive, proportionate and stratified random sampling technique used to select 1,679 undergraduates from five universities across five geopolitical zones of Nigeria. Questionnaire was the instrument used for collecting data, which were analyzed using Pearson’s product moment correlation and multiple regression. The most accessible sources of HIV/AIDS information among undergraduates were television (94.5 %), radio (93.0 %) and the Internet/ICT centers (90.5 %). The types of HIV/AIDS information frequently assessed were information on how to refuse sex (Mean=3.15), how to be faithful to one partner (Mean=3.12), sharing of sharp objects (Mean=3.12), blood transfusion (Mean=3.11), unprotected sexual intercourse (Mean=3.10) and how to use condoms correctly (Mean=3.09). Access to HIV/AIDS information (r=0.15) resulted in positive significant relationships with HIV/AIDS knowledge, thus access to HIV/AIDS information has a positive influence on the promotion of knowledge of HIV/AIDS among undergraduates. The level of study was also a predictor of HIV/AIDS knowledge, which was not the case for factors of age, discipline, gender, marital status, tribe and religion. The AIDS service organizations and program developers should come up with strategies that would strengthen and improve the content, accuracy and ease of understanding of HIV/AIDS information that students have access to in order to facilitate its use.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitudes about HIV/AIDS among Homoeopathic Practitioners and Educators in India

2008 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 221-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeline Nyamathi ◽  
Vijay Pal Singh ◽  
Ann Lowe ◽  
Anil Khurana ◽  
Divya Taneja ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Patient Centered ◽  
Efficient Manner ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Prevention Counseling ◽  
Aids Information ◽  
Provide Health Care ◽  
Hiv Aids

This study is designed to assess AIDS knowledge among Homeopathy educators and physicians in India, which has not been evaluated previously. India now has the largest number of HIV infected persons worldwide, with an estimated cumulative 5.1 million infections. Homeopathy is the dominant system among the nationally-recognized alternative or complementary systems of medicine, which collectively provide health care to around 600 million people in India. Homeopathy, with its holistic and patient-centered approach, has a wide reach to people at risk of contracting human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Participants were 68 homeopathy physicians (34 educators and 34 practitioners) who completed a CDC questionnaire measuring HIV/AIDS Knowledge regarding AIDS. This study reports the current level of knowledge of, and attitudes about, HIV/AIDS among homeopathy educators and practitioners. These findings will assist in the development of an education module to equip homeopathic health care personnel to impart accurate AIDS information and prevention counseling to their patients in an efficient manner.

scholarly journals Assessing the Impacts of HIV/AIDS Programmes on Sexual Health among the Youths of Obiyebe Community in Ogba/Ebgema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State

2022 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-12
Author(s):  
Udo Orukwowu ◽  
◽  
Boma Iweriso George ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Anatomy And Physiology ◽  
Frequency Table ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Rivers State ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Hiv Aids

This study assessed the impacts of HIV/AIDS programmes on sexual health among youths of Obiyebe community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA of Rivers State. The purpose of the study was to identify HIV/AIDS programmes on sexual health, to assess the knowledge of HIV/AIDS programmes on sexual health among the youths and to examine the impacts of HIV/AIDS programmes on sexual health among youths. The study adopted a descriptive survey study design with a sample size of 83 participants which are selected through a simple random sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection, while a frequency table and simple percentage were used as the instrument for data analysis. The findings of the study revealed that HIV/AIDS programmes on sexual health are; HIV/AIDS testing programmes, HIV/AIDS treatment programmes, HIV/AIDS prevention programmes, and United Nations Programmes on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). Another finding of the study showed that sexuality, condoms, sexual anatomy and sex, and adolescence sexual features and puberty are the knowledge of sexual health among the youths that enhance their good sexual health and prevention of HIV/AIDS. Again the study revealed that the impacts of HIV/AIDS programmes on the sexual health of the youths were that their understanding of sexuality is increased, they understand the importance of using condoms if sexually active, there is a reduction in unwanted teenage pregnancies, they are informed of their normal sexual features development, puberty, reproductive anatomy and physiology, they are informed of the option to delay sexual activity until they are ready (matured), and there is a reduction of new HIV/AIDS/ other STI infections. The study made some recommendations and suggestions.

scholarly journals Self-Image as Predictor of Stigma Consciousness among Physically Challenged Students in Tertiary Institutions in Oyo State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Somotan Oluwayomi Abdulmojeed ◽  
Atoyebi Adeola Olusegun
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Stigma Consciousness ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Self Image ◽  
Physically Challenged ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Frequency Counts

The study investigated the levels of stigma consciousness among physically challenged students in tertiary institutions in Oyo State. It ascertained the effect of stigma consciousness on the academic performance of physically challenged students. Also, the study determined the relative influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically students. Furthermore, it examined the influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically challenged students. These were with a view to providing information on the factors that could influence stigma consciousness of the physically challenged students. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population for the study comprised physically challenged students in tertiary institutions in Oyo State. Three institutions (University of Ibadan, The Polytechnic Ibadan and Emmanuel Alayande College of Education, Oyo) were purposively selected within Oyo State because they have the physically challenged students. A sample size of 120 physically challenged students were selected from the institutions using proportionate random sampling technique. One adapted instrument with two scales was used to collect data from the students. The scales were “Stigma Consciousness Scale (SCS) and Self-Image Questionnaire (SIQ). Data collected were analysed using percentage, frequency counts, one-way ANOVA and multiple regressions. The results of the study showed that 4.8%, 88.6%, 6.7% of tertiary institutions in Oyo State demonstrated low, moderate and high levels of stigma consciousness respectively. The results showed that there was no significant effect of stigma consciousness on the academic performance of the physically challenged students (F (2.102) =0.059, p=0.943). It was also discovered that there was a significant positive influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically challenged students (N=105, t= 0.198, p< 0.05). Finally, the results showed that the self-image (β =0.019, F=1.98, p<0.05) contributed significantly in influencing stigma consciousness with coefficient of multiple regression (R2) of 0.164  at p < 0.05. It was concluded that self-image could influence stigma consciousness among physically challenged students in tertiary institutions.  

scholarly journals Self-Image as Predictor of Stigma Consciousness among Physically Challenged Students in Tertiary Institutions in Oyo State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Stigma Consciousness ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Self Image ◽  
Physically Challenged ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Frequency Counts

The study investigated the levels of stigma consciousness among physically challenged students in tertiary institutions in Oyo State. It ascertained the effect of stigma consciousness on the academic performance of physically challenged students. Also, the study determined the relative influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically students. Furthermore, it examined the influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically challenged students. These were with a view to providing information on the factors that could influence stigma consciousness of the physically challenged students. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population for the study comprised physically challenged students in tertiary institutions in Oyo State. Three institutions (University of Ibadan, The Polytechnic Ibadan and Emmanuel Alayande College of Education, Oyo) were purposively selected within Oyo State because they have the physically challenged students. A sample size of 120 physically challenged students were selected from the institutions using proportionate random sampling technique. One adapted instrument with two scales was used to collect data from the students. The scales were “Stigma Consciousness Scale (SCS) and Self-Image Questionnaire (SIQ). Data collected were analysed using percentage, frequency counts, one-way ANOVA and multiple regressions. The results of the study showed that 4.8%, 88.6%, 6.7% of tertiary institutions in Oyo State demonstrated low, moderate and high levels of stigma consciousness respectively. The results showed that there was no significant effect of stigma consciousness on the academic performance of the physically challenged students (F (2.102) =0.059, p=0.943). It was also discovered that there was a significant positive influence of self-image on stigma consciousness of physically challenged students (N=105, t= 0.198, p< 0.05). Finally, the results showed that the self-image (β =0.019, F=1.98, p<0.05) contributed significantly in influencing stigma consciousness with coefficient of multiple regression (R2) of 0.164 at p < 0.05 .It was concluded that self-image could influence stigma consciousness among physically challenged students in tertiary institutions.

scholarly journals Towards Achieving Organisational Objectives: The Role of Effective Communication

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 17-25
Author(s):  
Edward Owusu ◽  
Mahdi Mardani
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Oral Communication ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Main Instrument ◽  
The Right ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This paper investigated communication as a tool for achieving organisational objectives. Again, the paper explored the influence that communication has on the operations of organisations. The study adopted descriptive survey design. A simple random sampling technique was used in sampling a sample size of 35 staff from the staff of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Suame-Maakro, Branch, Kumasi, Ghana. The main instrument used for collecting data was questionnaire. The findings showed that spoken or oral communication is the dominant channel of communication that is often used at that workplace. The findings also revealed that the views of employees need to be considered when choosing the right channel of communication. Again, it was realized that poor leadership prevents organisations from achieving their objectives. Effective channel of communication was seen to have a positive influence on the performance of workers. Consequently, managers should be proactive when they are choosing communication channels. The study recommended that the management of GRA, Suame-Maakro Branch should employ measures that would enhance the effective use of spoken or oral communication.

scholarly journals Juxtaposing Physical and Recreational Activities with Satisfaction with Life – A Case Study of Female Academics in Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (28) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
Afolaremi Bamkole Bamgbopa ◽  
Adejoke Clara Babalola
Keyword(s):  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Level Of Involvement ◽  
Recreational Activities ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This study was designed to assess the level of involvement of female academics in physical and recreational activities. It determined the life satisfaction status of female academics. It also ascertained the influence of participation in physical and recreational activities on female academics’ satisfaction with life in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. The study adopted descriptive survey research design.The population of the study comprised all the 361 female academic staff members of all the 13 faculties in Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ile, Osun State, Nigeria. This study adopted primary data collection using well structured designed questionnaire. A sample of 182 respondents was selected using a simple random sampling technique, where 14 female lecturers were randomly selected from each of the 13 faculties with respect to their departments. A self-designed questionnaire was used to collect data. The results revealed that the female academics were passively involved in physical and recreational activities and that their participation in physical and recreational activities have influenced their satisfaction with life greatly. The study concluded that physical and recreational activities had significant positive influence on satisfaction with life in respect to the subjects of the study.

scholarly journals Perceptions, Knowledge, and Attitudes of Students towards Safety Practice in Culinary Laboratories

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-31
Author(s):  
Mohd Erfy Ismail ◽  
H. Harun ◽  
A.R. Abdul Razzaq ◽  
I. Irwan Mahazir ◽  
N. Abd Samad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Safety Management ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
First Year ◽  
Entire Study ◽  
Safety Practices ◽  
Safety Practice ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The variety of tools and equipment requires a modern and sophisticated safety management for practical works in a laboratory. It is susceptible to the risk of an accident if safety is ignored. Therefore, this study conducted a descriptive survey to assess perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes of students in the course of culinary about safety practices in culinary laboratories. The population consisted of 90 students from the first year until the fourth year, which comprises the entire study population involved in practical works in the laboratory. Nonrandom sampling using a purposive sampling technique used as the sampling method and involved 60 samples. The instruments were a questionnaire to obtain information. Data were collected and analyzed statistically. Based on the pilot study analysis, the reliability of the instrument was 0.91 categorized as high. Results showed that good safety practices give positive influence on knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of students towards safety practice in culinary laboratories. The study showed that a safe and orderly work culture is capable of creating disciplined and responsible attitudes.

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