Exploring the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of professional African American women about their risk for contracting HIV: A phenomenological study
by Fludd, Zoe Yolande, Ph.D., CAPELLA UNIVERSITY, 2009, 145 pages; 3350026

Abstract:

The spread of HIV continues to affect the African American community at an alarming rate. The current qualitative phenomenological study illuminated the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of 20 professional African American women about their risks for contracting HIV and the influence they believe HIV has on the African American community. Professional African American female members from nationally known professional organizations were interviewed. The results of the study indicated through five emergent themes that professional African American women are aware of their potential risks for contracting HIV and are able to assert their requests that their partners use condoms during sexual intercourse.
 
AdviserLee Stjohn
SchoolCAPELLA UNIVERSITY
SourceDAI/B 70-03, p. , May 2009
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsBlack studies; Social work; Public health
Publication Number3350026
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