scholarly journals Effects of Peer and Provider-Based Education Interventions on HIV/AIDS Knowledge and Behaviour-Risk among in-School Adolescents in Ebonyi State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
pp. 100-114
Author(s):  
A. F. Chizoba ◽  
H. N. Chineke ◽  
P. O. U. Adogu ◽  
A. E. Nwafia ◽  
C. J. Chizoba
Keyword(s):  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Knowledge Gain ◽  
Education Intervention ◽  
Health Provider ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Hiv Education ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Hiv Aids

Introduction: Adolescents and youths are at high risk due to knowledge gap and behaviour risks related to HIV/AIDS thus need for intervention programs. There is paucity of data on comparative analysis on effect of the education intervention models such as peer-based and provider-based models. This study assessed the effect of peer and provider-based HIV/AIDS education on HIV knowledge and behaviour risk among adolescents and youths in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Methodology: This study involved 2 intervention groups (peer-based and health provider-based) and 1 control group. Multistage sampling was used to select participants. HIV education was provided by peers and health providers in the two intervention groups, but hygiene education was given to the control group. Pre-test and post-test questionnaires were deployed to assess baseline and effect of intervention on HIV/AIDS knowledge and behaviour risk. Total participants were 1831 shared among the 3 groups. Result: Total baseline mean knowledge score was 48.8 and behaviour risk was 42.3. Within the intervention groups, significant changes were recorded in terms of knowledge gain and behaviour risk reduction post-intervention (p<0.05). No change was observed in control group. Provider-based group had higher knowledge gain and better behaviour risk reduction than peer-based group (p<0.05). Conclusion: Baseline HIV knowledge among adolescents and youths was on unimpressive, and behaviour risk was high.  Education resulted in better knowledge and lower behaviour risk in the two groups, but health provider-based group had better outcome than peer-based group. It is recommended that the two models of HIV education intervention be adopted in secondary schools in view of their peculiarities and applicability.

scholarly journals Adaptation and Validation of The HIV-Kq-18 HIV Knowledge Questionnaire for Healthy Indonesian Population

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bustanul Arifin ◽  
M. Rifqi Rokhman ◽  
Zulkarnain Zulkarnain ◽  
Dyah Aryani Perwitasari ◽  
Marianti Manggau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Visual Observation ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Adaptation Phase ◽  
Bahasa Indonesia ◽  
Hiv Aids

Abstract Background: Indonesia does not have a validated instrument to assess HIV/AIDS knowledge. The HIV-KQ-18 is one of the most extensively used instruments for assessing HIV/AIDS knowledge, and it has been translated into various languages throughout the world. This paper describes the process of adapting and validating the HIV-KQ-18, an instrument to assess the level of HIV/AIDS knowledge.Methods: In the adaptation phase, feedback for the initial Bahasa Indonesia version was gathered from two HIV activists, an obstetrician, two general practitioners, and 60 pilot participants from the physician. Additional descriptions (namely synonyms or examples) were added to the particular terms in the 6 items to make it more understandable.Results: In the validation phase 1,249 participants were recruited. The online link of HIV-KQ-18 Bahasa Indonesia was distributed to participants from six major regions in Indonesia. Internal consistency was measured using Cronbach’s alpha, while construct validity was determined using factor analysis. Based on visual observation of the scree tree in the factor analysis, one factor was preferable. The Cronbach's alpha was 0.82.Conclusion: Therefore, HIV-KQ-18 Bahasa Indonesia is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of HIV/AIDS knowledge in Indonesia.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude, and preferred strategies towards HIV/AIDS prevention among adolescents attending secondary schools in South Western Uganda

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 1067-1073
Author(s):  
Esther Beebwa ◽  
Conrad Muzoora ◽  
Scholastic Ashaba ◽  
Sara Groves ◽  
Fortunate Atwine
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Aids Prevention ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Hiv Education ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Western Uganda ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background: Globally, HIV/AIDS continues to rise among adolescents. Ugandan studies have examined knowledge and attitudes regarding HIV/AIDS among adult populations. This study specifically paid attention to this particular age group of adolescents 12-19 years. Aim: To explore HIV knowledge and attitudes among adolescents attending secondary schools Mbarara Uganda. Methods: A qualitative descriptive study was conducted in three secondary schools in South Western Uganda. Forty eight (48) adolescents with age range between 12-19 years were purposively recruited in the study. Data were collected from six focus groups and analyzed thematically. Ethical approval received from MUST (#05/10-17) and UNSCT (#SS4535) review committees. Results: Four themes emerged: Knowledge about HIV, sources of information, attitudes towards persons with HIV and prevention strategies. Most adolescents had the basic knowledge of HIV from multiple sources like social media, health workers, peers, and parents. Their attitudes toward individuals with HIV included compassion, shock, and uneasiness. Par- ticipants suggested prevention programs to be implemented in the schools emphasizing HIV education, life skills, sex edu- cation and the formation of peer groups. Conclusions: The findings showed that most participants had knowledge about HIV and how it can be prevented however few had knowledge gap thinking that HIV does not exist. Keywords: Adolescents; attitudes; knowledge; HIV/AIDS; prevention.

scholarly journals Determinants and Distribution of Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Knowledge in Ghana

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ama P. Fenny ◽  
Aba O. Crentsil ◽  
Derek Asuman
Keyword(s):  
Adult Population ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Wealth Status ◽  
Comprehensive Knowledge ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Hiv Aids

Globally, nearly 37 million people are living with HIV with about 70 percent of these living in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Stigma and discrimination remain one of the major barriers to preventing new infections in the country. However, misconceptions about HIV/AIDS have been indicated as one of the key drivers of the disease. Efforts to prevent new infections have not been entirely successful. Therefore, this study aims to examine the trends and distribution in comprehensive knowledge of HIV and AIDS and determine the factors associated with comprehensive awareness of HIV and AIDS among adult women and men. The study relies on data from three rounds of Ghana Demographic & Health Surveys conducted in 2003, 2008 and 2014 to show trends. Logistic regression was used for multivariate analysis. The thematic mapping of HI/AIDS comprehensive knowledge was conducted using ArcGIS version 10.4 using GPS coordinates in the 2014 GDHS which contained aggregated individual characteristics and HIV knowledge scores.While comprehensive HIV and AIDS knowledge is above 50% among adult population in Ghana, the results show a significant decrease in comprehensive knowledge from 72% in 2008 to 59% in 2013. The strongest predictors for having comprehensive knowledge were found to be education; gender, marital status, locality, occupation and wealth status. The paper demonstrates that preventive activities leading to improvement in the comprehensive knowledge of HIV and AIDS in Ghana is needed. Sound knowledge about HIV and AIDS is critical for the adoption of behaviours that reduce the risk of HIV transmission. Education on HIV prevention must be expanded to improve the comprehensive knowledge of the disease.

Leveraging microfinance to impact HIV and financial behaviors among adolescents and their mothers in West Bengal: a cluster randomized trial

2013 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Freya Spielberg ◽  
Benjamin T. Crookston ◽  
Sheila Chanani ◽  
Jaewhan Kim ◽  
Sean Kline ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Hiv Education ◽  
Multilevel Regression ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Cluster Randomized ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Microfinance can be used to reach women and adolescent girls with HIV prevention education. We report findings from a cluster-randomized control trial among 55 villages in West Bengal to determine the impact of non-formal education on knowledge, attitudes and behaviors for HIV prevention and savings. Multilevel regression models were used to evaluate differences between groups for key outcomes while adjusting for cluster correlation and differences in baseline characteristics. Women and girls who received HIV education showed significant gains in HIV knowledge, awareness that condoms can prevent HIV, self-efficacy for HIV prevention, and confirmed use of clean needles, as compared to the control group. Condom use was rare and did not improve for women. While HIV testing was uncommon, knowledge of HIV-testing resources significantly increased among girls, and trended in the positive direction among women in intervention groups. Conversely, the savings education showed no impact on financial knowledge or behavior change.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PENDIDIKAN KESEHATAN TERHADAP TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN REMAJA TENTANG HIV/AIDS

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 1359-1364
Author(s):  
Ira Faridasari
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
T Test ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Education Intervention ◽  
Paired Samples ◽  
Health Education Intervention ◽  
Hiv Aids

HIV/AIDS merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan di dunia yang sangat mengkhawatirkan dan mengancam kehidupan di karenakan sampai saat ini belum ada obat yang dapat menyembuhkan penyakit HIV/AIDS. Tingginya angka kejadian HIV/AIDS dianggap berhubungan dengan rendahnya pengetahuan mengenai HIV/AIDS. Pendidikan kesehatan pada remaja diperlukan untuk mencegah terjadinya penyakit HIV/AIDS. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pendidikan kesehatan terhadap tingkat pengetahuan remaja tentang HIV/AIDS di MA Pringgabaya Kabupaten Indramayu Tahun 2019. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah jenis penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan rancangan penelitian pre-eksperimental dengan one-group pretest- posttest design tanpa kelompok kontrol. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah kelas X-XI MA Pringgabaya Kabupaten Indramayu yang terdiri dari 90 remaja. Sampel diambil dengan teknik total sampling, sehingga jumlah responden 90 responden. Teknik analisa data yang digunakan adalah uji Paired Sampel T Test. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pengetahuan responden sebelum diberikan intervensi pendidikan kesehatan menunjukkan nilai rata-rata 60,90 dan sesudah diberikan intervensi pendidikan kesehatan menunjukkan rata-rata 85,16. Hasil uji statistik menggunakan uji Paired Samples T Test menunjukkan bahwa Asymp. Sig yang diperoleh sebesar 0,000 ɑ< 0,05, maka Ho ditolak, berarti terdapat perbedaan pendidikan kesehatan terhadap tingkat pengetahuan remaja tentang HIV/AIDS.Kata kunci : HIV/AIDS, pendidikan kesehatan, remaja    ABSTRACTHIV / AIDS is one of the health problems in the world that is very worrying and threatening life because until now there is no cure for HIV / AIDS. The high rate of HIV / AIDS is considered to be associated with low knowledge about HIV / AIDS. Health education in adolescents is needed to prevent the occurrence of HIV / AIDS. The purpose of this study was the effect of health education on the level of knowledge of adolescents about HIV / AIDS in MA Pringgabaya in Indramayu District in2019. The type of research used is a type of quantitative research using a pre- experimental study design design with one-group pretest-posttest design without a control group. The population in this study was class X-XI MA Pringgabaya Indramayu Regency consisting of 90 adolescents. The sample is taken by the Total Sampling technique, so the number of respondents is 90 respondents. The data analysis technique used is the Paired Sample T Test.The results showed that the knowledge of respondents before being given a health education intervention showed an average value of 60.90 and after being given a health education intervention it showed an average of 85.16. The results of statistical tests using the Paired Samples T Test show that Asymp. Sig obtained is 0,000 ɑ <0,05, so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, meaning there is a difference in health education to the level of adolescent knowledge about HIV / AIDS.Keywords: HIV / AIDS, health education, adolescents

scholarly journals Knowledge of Students regarding HIV/AIDS at a Rural University in South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-51
Author(s):  
Tinotenda S. Murwira ◽  
Lunic B. Khoza ◽  
Jabu T. Mabunda ◽  
Sonto M. Maputle ◽  
Mamotena Mpeta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Hiv Aids

Introduction: Knowledge about HIV/AIDS is essential for facilitating safer sexual behaviour hence, it is important in controlling HIV. Therefore, in the absence of a cure for the pandemic, adequate knowledge about the virus remains the backbone of prevention efforts. Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS among undergraduate students at a rural university in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive quantitative survey-based study was conducted at a rural-based university in South Africa. Stratified random sampling was used to select 345 students. A self-administered questionnaire composed of 26 questions was utilised to gather data and the data were analysed using SPSS version 26. Multiple logistic regression and chi-square tests [χ2] were employed to determine the association between HIV/AIDS knowledge and demographic variables. Results: The overall HIV/AIDS knowledge score of students shows that (74)21% had a poor level of knowledge, (126)37% had average knowledge, and (145)42% had adequate knowledge. There was no significant difference between male and female students regarding their knowledge about HIV/AIDS. Factors, such as age, level of study, the field of study, and religion, were not significantly associated with HIV/AIDS knowledge. However, the race was significantly associated with knowledge with coloureds and mixed races, almost six times less knowledgeable than blacks. Conclusion: In conclusion, students had inadequate knowledge about HIV/AIDS. Misconceptions about HIV/AIDS facts, transmission routes, and prevention aspects were also prevalent among students. The present study accentuates the need for providing students with more HIV/AIDS education to fill HIV knowledge gaps and misconceptions.

scholarly journals School Management and Administrative Implications of Video Education Intervention for HIV/AIDS Awareness Among School Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
Edith C. Edikpa ◽  
Francisca C. Okeke ◽  
Baptista C. Chigbu ◽  
Patricia Agu ◽  
Amaka E. Onu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
School Children ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Research Question ◽  
School Management ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Education Intervention ◽  
Aids Awareness ◽  
Video Education ◽  
Hiv Aids

OBJECTIVE: The study aimed to examine the effects of a video education intervention for HIV/AIDS awareness among school children and highlight the school management and administrative implications. METHOD: A quasi-experimental design was employed. One research question and one hypothesis were postulated for the study. The population of the study was 10,732 students and 3% sample of the population was used which is 300 students. The null hypothesis formulated at 0.05 level of significance was tested with repeated measures ANOVA. RESULTS: Results show significant increases from pretest to posttest on the level of HIV/AIDS awareness for participants in the treatment group, relative to control group participants. CONCLUSION: The video education intervention significantly increased HIV/AIDS awareness of students in the treatment group compared with those in the control group. The implication for school management and administration were highlighted. Conclusion and recommendations were made among which were that the non-governmental organization should assist in re-educating the youths on this global disease called HIV/AIDS.

scholarly journals Measurement of the effectiveness of an HIV/AIDS intervention programme on knowledge, attitudes, and behaviour of the South African Polise Service employees

Curationis ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Cherian ◽  
L.S. Maphoso
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Control Group ◽  
The South ◽  
Intervention Programme ◽  
Aids Awareness ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Significant Change ◽  
Hiv Aids

This study investigated if there was any change in the HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitudes, and behaviour of the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) employees of Limpopo province after attending the HIV/AIDS intervention programme. From a population of (N=108) employees, those who attended the HIV/AIDS awareness workshop participated as experimental group (n=51) while those who attended the suicide prevention and disability workshop as control group (n=57). Random sampling method was used to select the above sample. Both workshops were conducted at various places in Limpopo Province. Pre-tests were administered before the workshops while the post-tests were administered after the workshops. The results were analysed using 2 (Group: Experimental versus Control Group) x 2 (Time: Pre-test versus Post-test, a repeated measure) Analyses of Variances (ANOVA). The findings showed that there was a significant change in HIV/AIDS knowledge after employees have attended the HIV/AIDS awareness workshop. There was however no significant change in attitude and behaviour after the HIV/AIDS awareness programme. The study recommends that a one day workshop is not enough to change attitude and behaviour. It also recommends that a follow up in the form of delayed post-test is required to investigate if the behaviour of the members who promised to change positively had actually changed as behaviour changes cannot manifest in a one day workshop. This can also serve as a suggestion for further research.

Introducing the D4 Diagnostic Quadrant as a targeting tool: developing a framework for the effectiveness of HIV/AIDS interventions in Tanzania and beyond

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 219
Author(s):  
Andre M. N. Renzaho ◽  
Matthew Clarke
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Sexual Practices ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Beliefs ◽  
Effective Delivery ◽  
Risky Sexual Practices ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Hiv Aids

The current study develops and evaluates a tool to distinguish four different categories of educators for the effective delivery of HIV/AIDS health education using data from 548 randomly selected participants aged 16 years. The D4 Diagnostic Quadrant is based on HIV knowledge and sexual practice behaviours and indicates four distinct typologies of educator. The discerning educator has high HIV/AIDS knowledge and healthy sexual practices. The dissolute educator has high HIV/AIDS knowledge but employs unhealthy or risky sexual practices. The decorous educator has low HIV/AIDS knowledge but practices healthy sexual practices. The disempowered educator has low HIV/AIDS knowledge and employs unhealthy or risky sexual practices. The study found that the two categories that will result in the most effective behaviour-change interventions are those that target ‘discerning’ and ‘decorous’ individuals as the educators. Both these categories have underlying healthy practices that minimise the risk of HIV transmission. The D4 Diagnostic Quadrant tool provides information as to existing knowledge and beliefs about HIV/AIDS that can inform decisions relating to the allocation of scarce resources. The tool will be very useful in the selection process of would-be educators particularly in health-promotion interventions.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Intervensi Edukasi Palliative Care Terhadap Kualitas Hidup Odha Dengan Antiretroviral (ARV) Di Kabupaten Biak Numfor

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Adolfina Emilia Wamaer ◽  
Regina Vidya Trias Novita
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Palliative Care ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Education Intervention ◽  
Care Education ◽  
Palliative Care Education ◽  
Education Interventions ◽  
Hiv Aids

Latar Belakang: HIV/AIDS berdampak pada kehidupan manusia dan mempengaruhi kualitas hidup orang yang menderitanya. Salah satu pendekatan untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup ODHA dengan menggunakan intervensi edukasi palliative care.Tujuan: dari penelitian adalah menganalisis dan mensistesis pengaruh intervensi edukasi palliative care terhadap kualitas hidup ODHA dengan antiretroviral (ARV) di Kabupaten Biak Numfor.Metode : Desain penelitian quasi-eksperimental design dengan pre-post nonequivalent control group, sampel 120 dipilih secara purposive sampling.Hasil: penelitian menunjukkan karakteristik responden berusia 26-35 tahun (41,7%), perempuan (59,2%), berpendidikan SMA (44,2%). Hasil uji Wilcoxon (p value= 0,000: 0,05) dan uji Mann-Whitney nilai  (p value= 0,019: 0,05) intervensi edukasi palliative care signifikan meningkatkan kualitas hidup penderita HIV/AIDS. Domain tertinggi dan terendah berdasarkan domain adalah domain sosial dan domain lingkungan. Nilai probability of event pada intervensi edukasi palliative care 5 kali dan pekerjaan 0,78 kali meningkatkan kualitas hidup. Evaluasi terhadap perubahan perilaku dan pengetahuan dilakukan pada hari ke 12 dan 24 setelah intervensi. Intervensi edukasi palliative care secara simultan memberikan pengaruh  sebesar 17,2% terhadap peningkatan kualitas hidup, 15,6% perubahan perilaku dan 15,5% peningkatan pengetahuan serta perilaku dan pengetahuan terhadap kualitas hidup sebesar 4% .Kata kunci: HIV/AIDS, intervensi edukasi palliative care; kualitas hidup Abstract Bacground: The HIV/AIDS affected many aspects of human life and the quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). The palliative care education intervention was one approach to improved the quality of life of PLWHA. Aim:The aimed of this study was analyzed and synthesized the effected of palliative care education on quality of life of PLWHA with antiretroviral (ARV) in Biak Numfor District. Method: The quasi-experimental was conducted with the nonquivalent pre-post control group in this study, total samples of 120 PLWHA were selected by purposive sampling.Result: The result showed the majority of respondents aged 26-35 years (41.7%), 59.2% female, senior high school (44.2%). Wilcoxon test results (p value = 0,000: 0.05) and Mann-Whitney test value (p value = 0.019: 0.05) showed that palliative care education interventions significantly improved the quality of life of the intervention group against the control (pvalue = 0,000: 0.05). Futhermore based on domain of quality of life, the mean of the highest domain in the social domain and lowest on the environment. The probability of event palliative care education intervention was 5 times and employment 0.78 times improved quality of life. Evaluation of behavioral and knowledge on days 12 and 24 after the intervention. The intervention of palliative care education simultaneously improved the effected of 17.2% on the improvement of quality of life, 15.6% behavior change and 15.5% knowledge improvement, and behavior and knowledge to quality of life equal to 4%. It was concluded that educational interventions of palliative care on the quality of life of PLHA with ARV. This study recommended palliative care education interventions as one of the interventions nursing care of PLWHA to improved the quality of life.  For the purpose to be achieved with the optimal use of booklets and flipcharts adjusted to the local language and culture. Keywords: HIV/AIDS, palliative care education intervention, Quality of life

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