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Youth, AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Adolescence and Society)
Youth AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Adolescence and Society Author:Susan Moore, Doreen Rosenthal, Anne Mitchell What has been the impact of AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases on the lives of young people? Youth, AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases provides a comprehensive overview of research and policy in this increasingly important area. The book examines how sexual behavior among adolescents has changed as a result of the threat of AIDS. It also... more » looks at young people's knowledge and attitudes about their own sexual health, as well as the usefulness of models in predicting those at risk. The authors conclude by discussing the effectiveness of institutional policies in educating young people and in preventing sexually transmitted diseases. AIDS and other STD's are important diseases for health educators, but adolescents behave differently to adults in their sexual realtionships. This book, aimed at all professionals working with young people draws together international research to advise how best to inform and protect young people from AIDS and other STD's.« less