Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Clients: Risk Factors and Methods of Preventing an Increase in HIV Infection among Youth.

Hackerman, Ann E.

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ERIC Number: EJ648454

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2002

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Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Clients: Risk Factors and Methods of Preventing an Increase in HIV Infection among Youth.

Hackerman, Ann E.

Journal of Humanistic Counseling, Education and Development, v41 n1 p28-44 Spr 2002

There has been a surge in the rates of adolescents who are becoming infected with HIV. This study of 214 at risk clients being treated on an inpatient psychiatric hospitalization basis examines why such clients continue to engage in high-risk behaviors. Results and suggestions for a psychoeducational curriculum for professionals are included. (Author)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, Health Behavior, Health Education, Prevention, Psychiatric Hospitals, Therapeutic Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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