@article{ref1,
title="Making abstinence education effective for ethnic minorities: a qualitative study",
journal="Health behavior and policy review",
year="2014",
author="Anderson, Nicole E.",
volume="1",
number="6",
pages="490-502",
abstract="OBJECTIVES: This study gathered information on how to adapt abstinence-only-until-marriage programming to African-American and Hispanic youth. <br><br>METHODS: Twenty-four effective abstinence educators of minorities were interviewed or surveyed; responses were categorized using text analysis software. <br><br>RESULTS: Participants took into account historical, cultural, and family factors when modifying programming. Instructors who received ethnic diversity training felt it was very beneficial. A respectful, non-minimizing attitude was seen as essential for effective instruction on the sensitive topic of sexuality. White instructors from diverse environments were encouraged if same race/ethnicity instructors are not available. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS: Effective, culturally adapted abstinence-only-until-marriage program content may incorporate traditional cultural values, modern hip-hop culture, and/or socioeconomic issues. Authentic, experienced instructors can communicate and achieve favorable results.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2326-4403",
doi="10.14485/HBPR.1.6.7",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.14485/HBPR.1.6.7"
}