Investigation Perception of Marand University Student's In relation to the AIDS

One of the most important health issues that most countries in the world have been facing so far, is HIV/AIDS, Which suffering many people, especially the youth, has caused economic, social and health challenges. The aim of this study was to investigate the perceptions of students from Marand University in relation to AIDS. Material & Method: This research is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The population consisted of students from Marand University (Islamic Azad University, Technical University, Payam Noor, University of Applied Science and Technology). 411 students were enrolled after the sample size was determined by random and quota sampling. The data was collected using a questionnaire and after determining its validity and reliability, then, descriptive and inferential statistics such as Chi-square, Fisher and Spearman correlation coefficient were analyzed using SPSS-21 software.

Based on the findings of this study, 32.8% were male and 67.2% were female students. The mean age of students was 23.1 ± 6.4 years. Students had a modest perception of HIV / AIDS. In this study, there was no significant relationship between gender and knowledge and attitude of students (P value = 0.481). There was a significant relationship between marital status and students' knowledge and attitude toward AIDS. (P value = 0.006).

Considering that most students had a relatively favorable knowledge and attitude about AIDS, The study emphasized the necessity of informing the population at risk as well.