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ERIC Number: EJ536376
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-4056
Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles in AIDS Education for Preteens.
Rodrick-Athans, Linda; Bhavnagri, Navaz Peshotan
Childhood Education, v73 n2 p70-76 Win 1996-97
Points out that every four months the number of reported AIDS cases among adolescents doubles. Describes and evaluates a comprehensive AIDS prevention education program for preteens. Identifies adolescent attitudes as barriers to effective AIDS education. Presents strategies to break down barriers and promote acceptance of AIDS education, emphasizing use of community resources. Includes appendix of AIDS education resources. (AMC)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescent Attitudes, Attitude Change, Community Involvement, Early Adolescents, Health Behavior, Health Education, Health Materials, Health Promotion, Negative Attitudes, School Community Programs, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Health Attitudes; Premarital Sex; Preventive Education