Health Belief Model and HIV/AIDS among High School Female Students in Yazd, Iran
Author Information
Author(s): Baghianimoghaddam Mohammad Hossein, Forghani Hossein, Zolghadr Razie, Rahaii Zohre, Khani Parisa
Primary Institution: Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between knowledge and perceived susceptibility to HIV/AIDS among high school female students.
Conclusion
The study found that low levels of perceived susceptibility and severity of HIV/AIDS among students may lead to risky behaviors.
Supporting Evidence
- The mean score of perceived susceptibility was 21.19 out of 32.
- The mean score of perceived severity was 12.47 out of 24.
- Participants acquired 46.61% of the total knowledge score.
- There was a significant difference between knowledge and perceived susceptibility based on educational field.
Takeaway
The study shows that many high school girls in Yazd don't think they are at risk for HIV/AIDS, which might make them less careful.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using a specially designed questionnaire based on the Health Belief Model.
Participant Demographics
High school female students from Yazd, Iran.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.001
Statistical Significance
p < 0.001
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