Narratives of young black men on barriers to health care and poor health care seeking behaviours at a university setting: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Institutions of higher learning provide education, training, independence and life-long skills for young people. However, for students to achieve their optimal growth and intellectual development they need to be healthy psychologically, mentally and physically. This can be achieved through the development of effective health programs for all university students. This qualitative study was designed to explore Black male students' perspectives and experiences regarding the utilization of on-campus health services at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Methods

The study population was selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using four focus group discussions (FGDs) with 36 participants and three key informant interviews. Thematic analysis was conducted to

SUBMITTER: Khumalo S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8111892 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature