Model Programs for Adolescent Sexual Health: Evidence-Based HIV, STI, and Pregnancy Prevention Interventions

ISBN 10: 0826138241 / ISBN 13: 9780826138248

Published by Springer Publishing Company, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Model Programs for Adolescent Sexual Health: Evidence-Based HIV, STI, and Pregnancy Prevention Interventions
• Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0826138241
• ISBN 13: 9780826138248
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Model Programs for Adolescent Sexual Health is a directory of the most promising and effective sexual education and prevention programs in the United States. The programs show effective prevention strategies aimed at a variety of ages (children, adolescents, college students); ethnic and cultural groups (Latino, African-American, G.L.B.T., and more); and for use in a variety of settings (schools, community settings, medical clinics, and more). The following information is provided for each program listed in the directory: "The Program Abstract summarizes the program, including its target clientele, approach, components, staffing requirements, materials, and implementation costs" The Program Rationale and History explains how the program was designed, and its underlying theoretical framework and assumptions "Program Schedule outlines the goals and activities of each program session" How to Implement the Program explains ground rules and other necessary steps prior to implementation

About the Authors

Josefina J. Card, PhD, is Founder, President, and CEO of Sociometrics Corporation, an applied social science research and development (R&D) company based in Los Altos, CA. Dr. Card is a nationally recognized social scientist and an expert in the establishment and operation of research-based social science resources, products and services.

Tabitha Benner, MPA, is a Research Associate at Sociometrics Corporation.