![Analyzing social networks using Python and SAS Viya](https://blogs.sas.com/content/sascom/files/2016/10/viya_drug_network_community_smal-702x336.png)
The study of social networks has gained importance over the years within social and behavioral research on HIV and AIDS. Social network research can show routes of potential viral transfer, and be used to understand the influence of peer norms and practices on the risk behaviors of individuals. This example analyzes the