Describe the cause, biological course, prevalence, methods of transmission, and prevention of AIDS.
What will be an ideal response?
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This virus destroys the body's immune system, making it more vulnerable to germs that the body would normally destroy. While AIDS is found in many countries of the world, it is at epidemic proportions in sub-Saharan Africa. HIV is transmitted through sexual contact, the sharing of needles of infected persons, and blood transfusions. AIDS can be prevented by education about the modes of transmission and avoiding practices that are particularly risky. Education programs that target the needs of a specific group and programs that are offered in small group formats have been shown to be particularly effective.
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a. schizophrenia b. mood disorder c. anxiety disorder d. marital problems
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d. latest adulthood.
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An environmental condition that elicits a response is called a ___________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word