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1Orvis School of Nursing, University of Nevada-Reno, Reno, NV, USA. wctung@hotmail.com
International Nursing Review
|August 22, 2013
Summary
Sexually abstinent Chinese college students have low awareness of HIV/STI transmission and prevention. Enhancing knowledge of condom benefits and reducing perceived barriers can promote condom use intention.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Behavior
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Chinese college students face significant risks for HIV and STIs.
- Targeting abstinent students with prevention strategies is a cost-effective approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess HIV/AIDS knowledge and information sources among abstinent Chinese college students.
- Examine the applicability of the Transtheoretical Model (TTM) constructs to condom use intention.
- Evaluate gender differences in TTM constructs and HIV/AIDS knowledge.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted among 390 college students in China.
- Data collection occurred between June 2009 and March 2010.
Main Results:
- Low awareness of HIV transmission (11%) and condom efficacy (24%) was observed.
- Mass media were primary sources for HIV/STI information.
- Higher self-efficacy, perceived benefits, and fewer perceived barriers were associated with contemplation stage of condom use.
- Females were less likely to discuss HIV/STIs online compared to males.
Conclusions:
- Improving knowledge of condom benefits and addressing barriers can facilitate the transition from precontemplation to contemplation of condom use.
- Interventions should focus on enhancing HIV/STI knowledge and promoting condom use among abstinent college students.
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