Contextual factors and other correlates of sexual risk of HIV among African-American crack-abusing women

Article Abstract:

Bivariate analysis indicates that women with multiple partners were likely to be having more financial problems and histories of physical and emotional abuse as compared to women having a single partner. Understanding the importance of historical and contextual factors would help these women to reduce chances of contracting HIV.

Crack (Drug)

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The context of sexual risk behavior among the heterosexual methamphetamine users

Article Abstract:

A descriptive study was conducted to explore the context of sexual risk behavior among HIV-negative, heterosexual meth-using men and women. The results of the study are discussed in relation to HIV prevention messages and the development of sexual interventions for HIV-negative, heterosexual meth users.

Methamphetamine

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Effects of changes in perceived self-efficacy on HIV risk behaviors over time

Article Abstract:

The impact of changes in self-efficacy overtime on HIV related infections and sex risk behavior among Puerto Rican drug injectors and crack smokers are examined. The study indicates that improving perceived self-efficacy for risk reduction can help reduce HIV transmission behaviors in high-risk users.

Substance abuse

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