Vol-8,Issue-3,May - June 2023
Author: Muhamad Taufik Sasmita, Dwi Sutiningsih, Muchlis Achsan Udji Sofro
Keywords: HIV/AIDS, Adolescents, Risk Factors
Abstract: Background: HIV is a big problem that until now has not been handled properly. Children and adolescents become victims of parental indifference to their children. This study aims to determine the risk factors for HIV transmission to adolescents in DKI Jakarta. Methods: This study uses an analytic observational design with case control. The location of this research was carried out in DKI Jakarta (Pelita Ilmu Foundation). Results: The study found risk factors that influenced the incidence of HIV transmission among adolescents in DKI Jakarta, namely a family history of HIV/AIDS (p = 0.000; OR = 227.167; 95% CI = 28.495-1810.989). Conclusion: Family history of HIV/AIDS is the most influential factor in the incidence of HIV transmission among adolescents in DKI Jakarta.
Article Info: Received: 22 Apr 2023; Received in revised form: 17 May 2023; Accepted: 25 May 2023; Available online: 03 Jun 2023
DOI: 10.22161/ijels.83.40
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