An exploratory study into understanding behavioural change in respect of HIV/AIDS : a pre-test and post-test evaluation

[摘要] ENGLISH SUMMARY : HIV/AIDS is regarded as a global disease that knows no colour, language or age barrier, for this reason, industry must regard the containment and management as a strategic priority in respect of its human resource development. The objectives of the study were to assess the obstacles on an implementation strategy as well as the impact thereof with regard to knowledge, intentions and behaviour. A pretest and posttest was conducted inorder assess the changes in knowledge, intentions and behaviour.The study constituted 75 subjects that were randomly selected from a Depot. Majority of staff were blue-collar workers. The researcher used two models (i.e. Theory of ReasonedAction and Modified AIDS Risk Reduction Model) as guidelines to understanding behavioural change in respect of HIV/AIDS. Information derived, supports the researcher's hypotheses, that implementation strategies increase knowledge of HIV,change sexual behaviour and attempt to reduce unsafe sexual practices. However, the researcher found no change in intentions Despite the apparent positive spin-offs in the current study, the situation must be carefully monitored to aid the downward spiral in new HIV infection rates.

[发布机构] Stellenbosch University