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Finding what works: Predicting health or social service linkage in drug using, African American, female sex workers in Miami, FL

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Female sex workers (FSWs) encounter numerous challenges in accessing health and social services. In this study of drug using, African American FSWs, the authors examine specific factors associated with health or social service linkage among participants in a randomized intervention trial. Respondent linkage was significantly associated with individual factors (living alone, severe internal mental distress, and traumatic victimization) and project-related variables (attending five case management sessions and client engagement rating). In the multivariate model, higher client engagement and session attendance remained significant. The researchers conclude by discussing the importance of intervention attendance and engagement as key contributors to health and social service linkage among FSWs.

Source: Health Care For Women International

DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2016.1158262

Authors: Maria A. Levi-Minzi, Hilary L. Surratt, Catherine L. O'Grady, Steven P. Kurtz

Institution: Nova Southeastern University

Language: English

Topic: Sex work and related issues

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities, Gender equality

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Drug Abuse