4168.0: Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - 1:15 PM

Abstract #31389

Evaluation of Maryland's Title V abstinence-only human sexuality programs: Lessons learned

Larry K. Olsen, DrPH, CHES, Daniel Agley, EdD, and Kandice Johnson, PhD. Department of Health Science, Towson University, 146 Burdick Hall, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252-0001, 410 704-4217, lolsen@towson.edu

In 1998, Maryland began offering after-school abstinence-only human sexuality programs in multiple locations around the state. In this presentation, results from three years of evaluation of the various programs in Maryland will be presented. In addition, issues and problems associated with the conduct of the evaluation, and steps taken to address those issues and problems will be specified.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to explain issues associated with the conduct of evaluation of abstinence-only human sexuality programs in Maryland. Participants will be able to describe the impact of abstinence-only programs on the human sexuality knowledge, attitudes, and practices of program participants.

Keywords: Sexuality, Risky Behaviors

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

The 129th Annual Meeting of APHA