Date of Award
12-1-2006
Degree Type
Dissertation
University or Center
Clark Atlanta University(CAU)
School
School of Social Work
Degree Name
Ph.D.
First Advisor
Richard Lyle, Ph.D
Second Advisor
Robert Waymer, Ph.D
Third Advisor
Timothy Akers, Ph.D
Abstract
This study examines perceived effectiveness of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrom (AIDS)-related services within the state of Georgia by the HIV-infected consumer. Because this study used archival data (statewide epidemiological information), a secondary data analysis was conducted to administer this study. An extrapolation of the original consumer survey was utilized as one of the data collection methods; and the Georgia Consumer Services Assessment was the primary instrument utilized in this study. A method of convenience sampling was used to acquire the original 232 HIV-infected consumers within the sample population. The sample population was a representation of HIV-infected consumers across the state of Georgia. Perceived effectiveness of services was measured across demographic variables, barriers to services, years diagnosed, and type of provider. The findings of this study indicate that most respondents perceive services as having some degree of effectiveness for risk reduction.
Recommended Citation
Sewell, Donna Nichele, "HIV-infected consumers' perceived effectiveness of HIV/AIDS-related services within the state of Georgia" (2006). ETD Collection for AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library. 1938.
http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/1938
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