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Towner, Senna L.; Dolcini, M. Margaret; Harper, Gary W. – Youth & Society, 2015
Relationship dynamics develop early in life and are influenced by social environments. STI/HIV prevention programs need to consider romantic relationship dynamics that contribute to sexual health. The aim of this study was to examine monogamous patterns, commitment, and trust in African American adolescent romantic relationships. The authors also…
Descriptors: Intimacy, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), Prevention, Program Effectiveness
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Alcantara, Liezl; Harper, Gary W.; Keys, Christopher B. – Youth & Society, 2015
Successful community partnerships for youth are based on the premise that reciprocity exists between all parties, but to what extent is equal power actually present? The current investigation examines the benefits and contributions associated with partnerships from community partners' perspectives. Respondents from 15 different "Connect to…
Descriptors: Youth Programs, Community Programs, Program Effectiveness, Adolescents
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Dolcini, M. Margaret; Harper, Gary W.; Boyer, Cherrie B.; Pollack, Lance M. – Health Education & Behavior, 2010
There is an urgent need for continued innovation in the design of HIV/STI prevention interventions for African American females, a group at high risk for STIs and HIV. In particular, attention to social development and to culture is needed. The present study reports on a group randomized controlled trial of a friendship-based HIV/STI prevention…
Descriptors: Neighborhoods, Age Differences, Intervention, Females