ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study was to evaluate a pilot program designed to educate African American adolescents living in rural, North Florida about STIs/HIV and to compare the effectiveness of peer- and adult-led faith-based, HIV educational programs. Controlling for age and pretest knowledge scores, the summed knowledge score was significantly higher at posttest for the adult-led group than the teen-led group. Participants' perceived risk of acquiring HIV also increased significantly for the adult-led group. Significant pretest differences between the two groups narrowed at posttest. This pilot study has the potential to inform future, faith-based interventions for African American youth that utilize peer leaders to educate and conduct outreach on HIV/AIDS issues.
The authors would like to acknowledge the assistance of Ms. Jeanne Piard, MSW, in data cleaning and entry.
This pilot study was funded by the Bureau of HIV/AIDS of the Florida Department of Health.
Notes
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a.R Squared = .533 (Adjusted R Squared = .519).
b.Adjusted mean.
c.Covariates appearing in the model are evaluated at the following values: How old are you? = 14.86; Pretest Knowledge Score = 10.6733.
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a Based upon your behavior, how would you assess your risk of getting pregnant or getting a girl pregnant?
b Based upon your behavior, how would you assess your risk of getting a STI?
c Based upon your behavior, how would you assess your risk of acquiring HIV?