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View article: A cluster‐randomized controlled trial of a combination HIV risk reduction and economic empowerment intervention for women engaged in sex work in Uganda
A cluster‐randomized controlled trial of a combination HIV risk reduction and economic empowerment intervention for women engaged in sex work in Uganda Open
Introduction Women engaged in sex work (WESW) in Uganda face a high risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), driven by the intersection of gender inequality, poverty and structural barriers. This paper reports on the K…
View article: Examining Caregivers’ Mental Health Impact on Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties of AIDS Orphaned Adolescents: A Hierarchical Regression Analysis
Examining Caregivers’ Mental Health Impact on Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties of AIDS Orphaned Adolescents: A Hierarchical Regression Analysis Open
Purpose Although studies have documented the relationship between caregiver-level factors, such as education level, age, and employment and emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBDs) among adolescents living with HIV, the impact of careg…
View article: Crossroads of choice: a qualitative study of the factors influencing decisions to transition from sex work among women engaged in sex work in Southern Uganda
Crossroads of choice: a qualitative study of the factors influencing decisions to transition from sex work among women engaged in sex work in Southern Uganda Open
Our study highlights the complex decision-making processes among WESW as they navigate transitions to alternative jobs or careers. By advocating for multifaceted interventions and policies tailored to the diverse challenges faced by WESW, …
View article: Social Stigma and Vulnerabilities of Women Living With HIV/AIDS in Kyrgyzstan: Service Providers’ Perspectives
Social Stigma and Vulnerabilities of Women Living With HIV/AIDS in Kyrgyzstan: Service Providers’ Perspectives Open
In Kyrgyzstan, registered HIV cases doubled from 2013 to 2019, with women constituting 39% of cases in 2021. Women living with HIV (WLHIV) encounter heightened intimate partner violence, stigma, and discrimination. This study explores the …
View article: Exploring mediators of the Amaka Amasanyufu Multiple Family Group Intervention (2016–2022) on parenting stress reduction among caregivers of children with disruptive behavior disorders in Uganda
Exploring mediators of the Amaka Amasanyufu Multiple Family Group Intervention (2016–2022) on parenting stress reduction among caregivers of children with disruptive behavior disorders in Uganda Open
Residing in poverty-impacted Ugandan communities and raising children with disruptive behavior disorders (DBDs) is associated with above heightened parenting stress. An evidence-based intervention designed to help parents tailor their pare…
View article: Advanced HIV disease and associated factors among young people aged 15—24 years at a tertiary hospital in Sierra Leone: a cross-sectional study
Advanced HIV disease and associated factors among young people aged 15—24 years at a tertiary hospital in Sierra Leone: a cross-sectional study Open
Background Advanced HIV disease (AHD) in young people living with HIV (PLHIV) is an increasingly pressing public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite global progress in early HIV testing and reducing HIV-related deaths, many youths …
View article: Crossroads of Choice: A qualitative study of the factors influencing decisions to transition from sex work among women engaged in sex work in Southern Uganda
Crossroads of Choice: A qualitative study of the factors influencing decisions to transition from sex work among women engaged in sex work in Southern Uganda Open
View article: The longitudinal impact of an evidence‐based multiple family group intervention (<i>Amaka Amasanyufu</i>) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized <scp>SMART Africa‐Uganda</scp> scale‐up study (2016–2022)
The longitudinal impact of an evidence‐based multiple family group intervention (<i>Amaka Amasanyufu</i>) on family cohesion among children in Uganda: Analysis of the cluster randomized <span>SMART Africa‐Uganda</span> scale‐up study (2016–2022) Open
Family functioning plays a critical role in childhood disruptive behavior disorders ( The Family Journal , 2003, 11 (1), 33–41; Research in Nursing and Health , 2016, 39 (4), 229–243). Yet, there is limited research on the impact of eviden…
View article: Examining the Intrapersonal, Interpersonal and Community Level Correlates of Access to Medical Care Among Women Employed by Sex Work in Southern Uganda: A cross-sectional Analysis of the Kyaterekera Study
Examining the Intrapersonal, Interpersonal and Community Level Correlates of Access to Medical Care Among Women Employed by Sex Work in Southern Uganda: A cross-sectional Analysis of the Kyaterekera Study Open
View article: The impact of an economic empowerment intervention on intimate partner violence among women engaged in sex work in southern Uganda: A cluster randomized control trial
The impact of an economic empowerment intervention on intimate partner violence among women engaged in sex work in southern Uganda: A cluster randomized control trial Open
View article: Preliminary Impact of Group-Based Interventions on Stigma, Mental Health, and Treatment Adherence Among Adolescents Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Uganda
Preliminary Impact of Group-Based Interventions on Stigma, Mental Health, and Treatment Adherence Among Adolescents Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Uganda Open
View article: The impact of COVID-19 changes and disruptions on generalized anxiety disorder among young adults living with HIV (YLHIV) in Uganda
The impact of COVID-19 changes and disruptions on generalized anxiety disorder among young adults living with HIV (YLHIV) in Uganda Open
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, we investigated associations between specific COVID-19-related changes and its impact on generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) levels among vulnerable young adults living with HIV (YALHIV) in a low-res…
View article: Feasibility and Acceptability of Group-Based Stigma Reduction Interventions for Adolescents Living with HIV and Their Caregivers: The Suubi4Stigma Randomized Clinical Trial (2020–2022)
Feasibility and Acceptability of Group-Based Stigma Reduction Interventions for Adolescents Living with HIV and Their Caregivers: The Suubi4Stigma Randomized Clinical Trial (2020–2022) Open
View article: <scp>Self‐esteem</scp> and <scp>self‐concept</scp> as correlates of life satisfaction and attitudes toward school among Ghanaian girls
<span>Self‐esteem</span> and <span>self‐concept</span> as correlates of life satisfaction and attitudes toward school among Ghanaian girls Open
During adolescence, youth experience several physical, psychosocial, and cognitive changes. Self‐esteem and self‐concept are identified as protective factors for adolescents in high‐income countries, but studies are limited in sub‐Saharan …
View article: Examining Caregivers’ Mental Health Impact on Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties of Aids Orphaned Adolescents: A Hierarchical Regression Analysis
Examining Caregivers’ Mental Health Impact on Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties of Aids Orphaned Adolescents: A Hierarchical Regression Analysis Open
View article: The Intersection of Caregiving and Financial Vulnerability: Empowerment Barriers for Women in Sex Work
The Intersection of Caregiving and Financial Vulnerability: Empowerment Barriers for Women in Sex Work Open
View article: 126 A phase 1b/2a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study evaluating nebulized phage therapy in people with cystic fibrosis with chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa pulmonary infection
126 A phase 1b/2a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study evaluating nebulized phage therapy in people with cystic fibrosis with chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa pulmonary infection Open
View article: “I decided to participate….because I saw it as benefiting our community and families”: a qualitative study of lay providers’ experiences with delivering an evidence-based mental health intervention for families in Uganda
“I decided to participate….because I saw it as benefiting our community and families”: a qualitative study of lay providers’ experiences with delivering an evidence-based mental health intervention for families in Uganda Open
View article: Correction: Sensoy Bahar et al. “ANZANSI Program Taught Me Many Things in Life”: Families’ Experiences with a Combination Intervention to Prevent Adolescent Girls’ Unaccompanied Migration for Labor. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19, 13168
Correction: Sensoy Bahar et al. “ANZANSI Program Taught Me Many Things in Life”: Families’ Experiences with a Combination Intervention to Prevent Adolescent Girls’ Unaccompanied Migration for Labor. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19, 13168 Open
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View article: Conducting high-frequency data collection in low-resource settings: Lessons from a financial diary study among women engaged in sex work in Uganda
Conducting high-frequency data collection in low-resource settings: Lessons from a financial diary study among women engaged in sex work in Uganda Open
Poverty and economic insecurity are driving forces in entering sex work among women in low resource areas. This increases their risk for HIV by influencing the decision-making process for high-risk behaviors. Few studies examine financial …
View article: Emotional and Behavior Difficulties and the Mental Health of Caregivers of Adolescents Living with HIV
Emotional and Behavior Difficulties and the Mental Health of Caregivers of Adolescents Living with HIV Open
View article: P095 A phase 1b/2a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicentre study evaluating nebulized phage therapy in cystic fibrosis subjects with chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa pulmonary infection
P095 A phase 1b/2a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicentre study evaluating nebulized phage therapy in cystic fibrosis subjects with chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa pulmonary infection Open
View article: Correlates of Intimate Partner Violence Among Young Women Engaged in Sex Work in Southern Uganda
Correlates of Intimate Partner Violence Among Young Women Engaged in Sex Work in Southern Uganda Open
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant global public health problem that results in high social and economic costs to individuals and communities. Compared to women in the general population, women engaged in sex work (WESW) are …
View article: Bridges-Round 2: A study protocol to examine the longitudinal HIV risk prevention and care continuum outcomes among orphaned youth transitioning to young adulthood
Bridges-Round 2: A study protocol to examine the longitudinal HIV risk prevention and care continuum outcomes among orphaned youth transitioning to young adulthood Open
Background Youth orphaned by HIV in sub–Saharan Africa experience immense hardships including social disadvantage, adverse childhood events and limited economic prospects. These adversities disrupt the normative developmental milestones an…
View article: Examining Cash Expenditures and Associated HIV-Related Behaviors Using Financial Diaries in Women Employed by Sex Work in Rural Uganda: Findings from the Kyaterekera Study
Examining Cash Expenditures and Associated HIV-Related Behaviors Using Financial Diaries in Women Employed by Sex Work in Rural Uganda: Findings from the Kyaterekera Study Open
Background: Women employed by sex work (WESW) have a high risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and experience economic barriers in accessing care. However, few studies have described their financial lives and the relationsh…
View article: Suubi + Adherence4Youth: a study protocol to optimize the Suubi Intervention for Adherence to HIV treatment for youth living with HIV in Uganda
Suubi + Adherence4Youth: a study protocol to optimize the Suubi Intervention for Adherence to HIV treatment for youth living with HIV in Uganda Open
View article: Using Hierarchical Regression to Examine the Predictors of Sexual Risk-Taking Attitudes among Adolescents Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Uganda
Using Hierarchical Regression to Examine the Predictors of Sexual Risk-Taking Attitudes among Adolescents Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Uganda Open
View article: The Relationship Between Family Cohesion and Depression Among School-Going Children With Elevated Symptoms of Behavioral Challenges in Southern Uganda
The Relationship Between Family Cohesion and Depression Among School-Going Children With Elevated Symptoms of Behavioral Challenges in Southern Uganda Open
View article: Stigma by Association, Parenting Stress, and the Mental Health of Caregivers of Adolescents Living With HIV in Uganda
Stigma by Association, Parenting Stress, and the Mental Health of Caregivers of Adolescents Living With HIV in Uganda Open
View article: The Impact of Family Economic Empowerment Intervention on Psychological Difficulties and Prosocial Behavior Among AIDS-Orphaned Children in Southern Uganda
The Impact of Family Economic Empowerment Intervention on Psychological Difficulties and Prosocial Behavior Among AIDS-Orphaned Children in Southern Uganda Open