The level of knowledge of South African pupils regarding HIV/AIDS

Article Abstract:

A study called THUSA BANA was undertaken by the Faculty of Health Sciences at the Potchefstroom Campus of North-West University, South Africa, with a representative sample of 1295 school children to gain insight into the level of knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS of school children. The study revealed that views on the term `HIV/AIDS' were fragmentary and no one could give an integrated definition, though they had a fair idea of how it could be transmitted, and the age and development of students also played a role in their attitudes and beliefs.

HIV (Viruses), HIV, Educational aspects

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Peer sexual harassment and peer violence among adolescents in Johannesburg and Chicago

Article Abstract:

A study conducted to compare the existence of peer sexual harassment and sexual violation in the sample of Johannesburg and Chicago high-school students is presented. Sexual harassment and peer violence are accepted as normative adolescent behavior and they are expected to be challenged by the educators worldwide.

Illinois, Sexual Harassment

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Peer relationships: a comparison of homeless youth in the USA and South Korea

Article Abstract:

The peer relationships of homeless youths in the U.S. and South Korea are discussed that draw upon the conceptual framework of individualism versus collectivism. Street peers play a very critical role in shaping homeless youths' attitude towards society and life in general.

United States, South Korea, Comparative analysis, Homeless youth, Peer relations

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