Exploring the social and community context of African American adolescents' HIV vulnerability
| Autor: | Briana Woods-Jaeger, Kea Turner, Alexandra F. Lightfoot, Melvin Jackson, Turquoise Griffith, Alicia Sparks |
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| Rok vydání: | 2013 |
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African american
Gerontology Male Adolescent Psychology Adolescent Public Health Environmental and Occupational Health virus diseases HIV Infections Pilot Projects Affect (psychology) Social issues Hiv vulnerability Vulnerable Populations Black or African American Action (philosophy) Community context Photovoice Photography Humans Female Social determinants of health Psychology Social psychology Qualitative Research |
| Zdroj: | Qualitative health research. 23(11) |
| ISSN: | 1049-7323 |
| Popis: | There is an increasing call for HIV prevention programs that target social determinants of HIV. The purpose of this study was to examine the experiences and perceptions of 12 African American adolescents to identify important social and community targets for HIV prevention. We used photovoice methodology to engage adolescents in a critical analysis of their experiences to arrive at a deeper understanding of the social determinants of HIV and determine specific action steps to reduce HIV risk. Analyses revealed a variety of social and environmental factors that affect the lives of African American adolescents by creating conditions that put them at greater risk for HIV. Study findings support mobilizing community action through raising awareness and advocating for increased neighborhood resources and institutional support. We conclude with research and practice implications for community-relevant HIV prevention among African American youth. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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