- October 7, 2021
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Abstract
HIV/AIDS is one scourge too many. It has devastated nations of the world especially Africa, living several millions of people dead. However, the impact is felt more among women than men with proven statistics, and this is why building self esteem and assessing risks by female youths is imperative to stem down the scourge. The paper discussed what self esteem is and how it can help young girls to avoid been intimidated by their male counterparts into having sex. The need for youths to assess their risks of contracting HIV/AIDS is also stressed. The new sexuality and the new morality in the society have exposed young girls to unwarranted sexual harassment by male folks leading them to contracting the disease unknowingly. It is hoped that if girls could develop certain negotiation skills and have proper understanding of what relationship/friendship is all about, HIV/AIDS scourge could be prevented and reduced in our society.
Akanbi, G. O. & Olayanju, O. J. (2008). Self-esteem and risk assessment: A way forward in preventing and reducing HIV/AIDS among female youths in Nigeria. Knowledge Review, 17(1), 107-112.