HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections
Conditions
Keywords
parenting, prevention, HIV/AIDS, adolescents, Latino
Brief summary
This study tests the effectiveness of the bilingual Health and Success program, which aims to support Latino parents and schools in their efforts to promote the academic success and healthy choices of youth, with the goal of reducing barriers that lead to elevated levels of HIV/AIDS in urban Latino communities.
Interventions
audio CD stories in English and Spanish that support positive parenting practices
Parenting education and school intervention
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* youth attend school selected as study site * youth in 6-7th grade
Exclusion criteria
* parent/youth non-English or Spanish speakers
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| reduction in risk behavior | 18 months | The study will examine whether there is a reduction in risky sexual behavior among youth exposed to the two treatment conditions compared to the control condition. |