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Cheng LJ, Kumar PA, Wong SN, Lau Y. Technology-Delivered Psychotherapeutic Interventions in Improving Depressive Symptoms Among People with HIV/AIDS: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials. AIDS Behav 2020; 24:1663-1675. [PMID: 31587115 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-019-02691-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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With the increasing popularity of advanced technology, technology-delivered psychotherapeutic interventions (TPIs) may play a promising role in improving depressive symptoms among PLWHA. However, its effectiveness remains unclear. We aimed to synthesise the evidence of the effectiveness of TPIs in improving depressive symptoms of PLWHA using a meta-analytic approach. Seven databases were systematically searched for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) from the inception until August 14, 2018. Random-effects meta-analysis was adopted to assess effect size. Cochran's Q test and I2 were used to investigate the problem of heterogeneity. Sensitivity, subgroup analyses and meta-regression were performed. Of the 43,048 records identified, 14 RCTs were included. The meta-analysis revealed a small effect on reducing depressive symptom scores (d = 0.23, 95% CI - 0.39 to - 0.06) after TPIs. Random-effects meta-regression showed that publication year was a significant moderator (p = 0.013), whereby the latest trials had larger effect size in reducing the depressive symptoms than earlier trials. Our review suggested a possible future approach of utilising TPIs by means of mobile applications and internet-based interventions for PLWHA to reduce their depressive symptoms. This review highlighted the essential key features in designing future TPIs. The overall low-quality evidence suggested the need to conduct further high-quality.
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Jiang H, Chen X, Li J, Tan Z, Cheng W, Yang Y. Predictors of condom use behavior among men who have sex with men in China using a modified information-motivation-behavioral skills (IMB) model. BMC Public Health 2019; 19:261. [PMID: 30832640 PMCID: PMC6399930 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-019-6593-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2018] [Accepted: 02/25/2019] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) are at high risk for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in China. Correct and consistent condom use is one of the most effective strategies for preventing the spread of HIV. This study developed a modified Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) model to predict condom use behavior among Chinese MSM. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted to collect data using self-administered electronic questionnaire. Participants were recruited from HIV Voluntary Counseling and Testing clinics in six district Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Guangzhou and two community-based HIV service centers (Lingnan Partners and Zhitong Charity) from May to September 2017. Structural equation modeling was performed to develop the modified IMB model with extended multilevel factors. Results Among the 976 MSM included, 52.05% had engaged in anal intercourse with a condom every time. The final modified IMB model fitted the data more ideally than the conventional model. The final modified IMB model revealed that behavioral skills positively contributed directly to condom use (β = 0.385, p < 0.001) and partially mediated the associations between information (β = 0.106, p = 0.005) and motivation (β = 0.390, p < 0.001) and condom use. Regarding the extended multilevel factors, education, income, receiving HIV prevention services, sexual partner seeking behavior, depression, intimate partner violence, and child sexual abuse had indirect impacts on condom use that were mediated by information, motivation, and/or behavioral skills (p < 0.05). All paths from the latent variable to the corresponding observed variables were statistically significant (p < 0.001). Conclusion The modified IMB model with extended multilevel factors could serve as a theoretical framework for behavioral interventions for condom use among Chinese MSM. Further prospective studies are needed to examine the predictive power of the modified IMB model. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12889-019-6593-8) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Hongbo Jiang
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, No. 283 Jianghai Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, No. 283 Jianghai Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, No. 283 Jianghai Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, No. 283 Jianghai Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of AIDS/STD Control and Prevention, Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, No. 1 Qide Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, No. 283 Jianghai Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China.
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Nideröst S, Gredig D, Hassler B, Uggowitzer F, Weber P. The intention to use HIV-pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among men who have sex with men in Switzerland: testing an extended explanatory model drawing on the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT). JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH-HEIDELBERG 2017; 26:247-259. [PMID: 29780687 PMCID: PMC5948261 DOI: 10.1007/s10389-017-0869-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2017] [Accepted: 11/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Aim The aim of this study was to determine the intention to use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) when available and to identify predictors of the intention to use PrEP among men who have sex with men (MSM) living in Switzerland. The theoretical model drew on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology and considered additional variables related specifically to PrEP, HIV protection and the resources of MSM. Subject and methods For data collection, we used an anonymous, standardized self-administered online questionnaire. In 2015, we gathered a convenience sample of 556 HIV-negative MSM living in Switzerland. We analyzed the data using descriptive and bivariate statistics and used structural equation modeling to test the hypothesized model. Results Predictors of respondents’ moderate intention to use PrEP were performance expectancy, effort expectancy, perceived social influence, concerns about using PrEP, attitudes toward condom use, negative experiences of condom use and age. These variables were predicted by HIV protection-related aspects and resources. Conclusion The findings provide insights into the complex dynamic underlying the intention to use PrEP.
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- Sibylle Nideröst
- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, School of Social Work, Riggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, School of Social Work, Riggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, School of Social Work, Riggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, School of Social Work, Riggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, School of Social Work, Riggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
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Vosvick M, Fritz S, Henry D, Prybutok V, Sheu S, Poe J. Correlates and Racial/Ethnic Differences in Bareback Sex Among Men Who Have Sex with Men with Unknown or Negative HIV Serostatus. AIDS Behav 2016; 20:2798-2811. [PMID: 26983950 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-016-1366-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Men who have sex with men (MSM), particularly racial/ethnic minority MSM, are disproportionately affected by HIV in the United States and Texas. Bareback sex or condomless anal intercourse (CAI) can be a high HIV risk behavior. Despite this, a majority of MSM continues to engage in barebacking. Research suggests racial/ethnic differences in barebacking exist; however, these conclusions remain unclear due to insufficient sample sizes to compare racial/ethnic groups. Our cross-sectional correlational design explores barebacking correlates (substance use during sex, safe sex fatigue, and optimistic HIV treatment beliefs) within and between racial/ethnic groups among 366 MSM. Regression models are significant for Latino and African-American MSM alone and for all MSM combined, though not significant for European-American and Other Race/Ethnicity MSM alone. Our findings suggest motivations and behaviors underlying barebacking among MSM vary by racial/ethnic membership with clinical implications for informing culturally sensitive HIV interventions and prevention programs for target racial/ethnic groups.
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- Mark Vosvick
- Department of Psychology, University of North Texas, 1155 Union Circle #311280, Denton, TX, 76203, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, University of North Texas, 1155 Union Circle #311280, Denton, TX, 76203, USA
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- Department of Anthropology, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
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- Department of Information Technology & Decision Sciences, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
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- TB/HIV/STD Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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- TB/HIV/STD Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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Moreno A, Gan C, Zasler N, McKerral M. Experiences, attitudes, and needs related to sexuality and service delivery in individuals with traumatic brain injury. NeuroRehabilitation 2016; 37:99-116. [PMID: 26409696 DOI: 10.3233/nre-151243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the experiences, attitudes, and needs related to service delivery regarding sexuality issues in individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). METHODS Community-dwelling individuals with TBI having completed a post-acute TBI rehabilitation program. The TBI sample consisted of 16 men (42.1%) and 22 women (57.9%), with an average age of 38.9 years (SD = 9.9) and 12.8 years of education (SD = 2.8). They were on average 2.6 years post-injury (SD = 1.4). Glasgow coma scale at admission was on average 12.6 (SD = 3.5). Participants completed a questionnaire adapted to individuals with TBI addressing experiences, attitudes, and needs regarding sexuality and service delivery. RESULTS Individuals with TBI reported a low frequency of specific discussions with their treating clinician(s) about sexual and reproductive health issues, as well as many unmet needs regarding sexuality. None of the participants considered discussion about these issues to be inappropriate. They reported more favourable attitudes towards discussing sexual health topics compared to actual service delivery with family physicians, general practitioners, psychologists, and other health care professionals (p's < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Individuals with TBI desired more openness about discussing sexual concerns. Findings are discussed in terms of the clinical implications to meet the individuals' needs regarding sexual concerns after TBI.
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- Alexander Moreno
- Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation (CRIR) - Centre de Réadaptation Lucie-Bruneau (CRLB), Montréal, Québec, Canada.,Centre de Recherche en Neuropsychologie et Cognition (CERNEC), Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Concussion Care Centre of Virginia, Ltd., and Tree of Life Services, Inc., Richmond, VA, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation (CRIR) - Centre de Réadaptation Lucie-Bruneau (CRLB), Montréal, Québec, Canada.,Centre de Recherche en Neuropsychologie et Cognition (CERNEC), Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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Mi G, Wu Z, Wang X, Shi CX, Yu F, Li T, Zhang L, McGoogan JM, Pang L, Xu J, Rou K. Effects of a Quasi-Randomized Web-Based Intervention on Risk Behaviors and Treatment Seeking Among HIV-Positive Men Who Have Sex With Men in Chengdu, China. Curr HIV Res 2016; 13:490-6. [PMID: 26105555 DOI: 10.2174/1570162x13666150624104522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2014] [Revised: 03/04/2015] [Accepted: 06/24/2015] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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The men who have sex with men (MSM) population in China has experienced a recent increase in HIV incidence. Due to the dual stigma and discrimination towards homosexuality and HIV infection, most MSM living with HIV/AIDS are hard to reach by offline intervention initiatives. We recruited HIV-positive MSM participants in Chengdu, China and assessed whether they disclosed their HIV status to partners, motivated a partner to receive testing, used condoms consistently, or initiated antiretroviral therapy. Participants were quasi-randomized to either the intervention or control arm. The intervention group was given instructions for an online program with four modules: an information exchange website, a bulletin board system, individualized online counseling with trained peer educators, and an animation game. All participants were re-assessed at 6 months. The study enrolled 202 HIV-positive MSM. The intervention group had significant increases in disclosing their HIV status to their partners (76.0% vs 61.2%, P=0.0388) and motivating partners to accept HIV testing (42.3% vs 25.5%, P=0.0156) compared with the control group, but there were no between-group differences in receiving early treatment or using condoms consistently. We found that a web-based intervention targeting HIV-positive MSM was an effective tool in increasing the uptake of HIV testing within this high-risk population.
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- National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 155 Changbai Road, Changping District, Beijing 102206, P.R. China.
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Nideröst S, Imhof C. Aging With HIV in the Era of Antiretroviral Treatment: Living Conditions and the Quality of Life of People Aged Above 50 Living With HIV/AIDS in Switzerland. Gerontol Geriatr Med 2016; 2:2333721416636300. [PMID: 28138489 PMCID: PMC5119792 DOI: 10.1177/2333721416636300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2015] [Revised: 01/27/2016] [Accepted: 02/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The aim of this cross-sectional study was to identify the living conditions and the quality of life of people aged more than 50 who were living with HIV in Switzerland. Participants were consecutively sampled through different HIV-specific sites. Seventy-two HIV-positive persons filled in an anonymous standardized questionnaire, either paper-pencil or online. Descriptive and inferential statistics were calculated. Quality of life was rated quite high (M = 14.9, SD = 4.14). The multivariate regression analyses showed that mental and physical health problems, long-term living with HIV, having a high degree of needed support, and financial problems decreased quality of life, and perceived available social support was an important predictor in maintaining quality of life. In addition to current offers to support mental health and social networks, efforts to integrate people of working age into the labor market and efforts to reduce stigma and the social marginalization of older HIV-positive people should be fostered.
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- Sibylle Nideröst
- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, Olten, Switzerland
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- University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, Olten, Switzerland
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Rodríguez-Díaz CE, Jovet-Toledo GG, Ortiz-Sánchez EJ, Rodríguez-Santiago EI, Vargas-Molina RL. Sexual health and socioeconomic-related factors among HIV-positive men who have sex with men in Puerto Rico. ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR 2015; 44:1949-58. [PMID: 26123066 PMCID: PMC4561021 DOI: 10.1007/s10508-015-0481-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2014] [Revised: 11/21/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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Most of the research among HIV-positive populations has been approached from behavioral risk models. This is particularly true for those otherwise socially vulnerable groups like men who have sex with men (MSM). As a response to this pattern, we examined data from an ongoing health promotion research being conducted in Puerto Rico (PR). The study is limited to HIV-positive MSM and consists of the participation in a survey interview that includes domains used to assess indicators of socio-economic-related factors (age, educational level, employment, religion, and partnership status) and sexual health (sexual satisfaction, condom use, and sexual health knowledge(SHK)). Participants reported a relatively high level (75 %) of sexual satisfaction and inconsistent condom use (50.9 % reported always using a condom). A deficient (61 %) SHK was also reported. In multivariate analyses, a higher educational level was associated with higher sexual satisfaction (aβ = 3.223; 95 % CI 0.291-6.156) and higher levels of SHK (aβ = 1.328; 95 % CI 0.358-2.297), while unemployment was associated with less condom use (aOR 0.314; 95 % CI 0.122-0.810). Not having a primary sexual partner was associated with less sexual satisfaction (aβ = -3.871; 95 % CI -7.534-0.208) and more condom use (aOR 4.292; 95 % CI 1.310-14.068). Findings support the notion that men of a disadvantaged socioeconomic position may have a poorer sexual health status; with a lower level of education and unemployment leading this disparity. Findings also evidence that partnership status may have a role in the sexual health of HIV-positive MSM. To our knowledge, this is the first comprehensive analysis of sexual health and socioeconomic indicators among Hispanic/Latino HIV-positive MSM in PR and in the Caribbean. Findings provide valuable information to address the sexual health needs of an underserved population.
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- Carlos E Rodríguez-Díaz
- School of Public Health, University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences Campus, PO Box 365067, San Juan, PR, 00936-5067, USA,
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Ybarra ML, Korchmaros J, Kiwanuka J, Bangsberg DR, Bull S. Examining the applicability of the IMB model in predicting condom use among sexually active secondary school students in Mbarara, Uganda. AIDS Behav 2013; 17:1116-28. [PMID: 22350827 PMCID: PMC3425669 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-012-0137-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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The applicability of the IMB model in predicting condom use was tested among 390 sexually active secondary school students in Mbarara, Uganda. Adolescents across five secondary schools completed a self-report survey about their health and sexual experiences. Based upon results from structural equation modeling, the IMB model partially predicts condom use. Condom use was directly predicted by HIV prevention information and behavioral skills regarding having and using condoms. It was indirectly predicted (through behavioral skills regarding having and using condoms) by behavioral intentions regarding using condoms and talking to one's partner about safer sex. Aspects of one's first sexual experience (i.e., age at first sex, having discussed using condoms with first sex partner, willingness at first sex) were strongly influential in predicting current condom use; this was especially true for discussing condoms with one's first sex partner. Findings highlight the importance of providing clear and comprehensive condom use training in HIV prevention programs aimed at Ugandan adolescents. They also underscore the importance of targeting abstinent youth before they become sexually active to positively affect their HIV preventive behavior at their first sexual experience.
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- Michele L Ybarra
- Center for Innovative Public Health Research, Inc, San Clemente, CA, USA.
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Martin AM, Benotsch EG, Perschbacher Lance S, Green M. Transmission risk behaviors in a subset of HIV-positive individuals: The role of narcissistic personality features. PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.paid.2012.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Bourne A, Hickson F, Keogh P, Reid D, Weatherburn P. Problems with sex among gay and bisexual men with diagnosed HIV in the United Kingdom. BMC Public Health 2012; 12:916. [PMID: 23107161 PMCID: PMC3503855 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-12-916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2012] [Accepted: 10/22/2012] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background A significant research literature exists that details the sexual health and sexual behaviour of gay and bisexual men who have diagnosed HIV. However, much of this research has focussed on HIV transmission risk behaviours among this group, rather than seeking to understand their sexual health and sexual well-being more broadly. There have been growing calls for interventions to support people with diagnosed HIV to achieve health and well-being, including sexual health and well-being. A detailed understanding of the problems people in this group face, and how they might be overcome, is required to facilitate such interventions. Methods One thousand two hundred and seventeen gay and bisexual men with diagnosed HIV were recruited by convenience sampling through charitable AIDS service organisations, genitourinary medicine clinics and local authority agencies to complete a survey of their health and social care needs. Respondents were asked to report any problems they had with regards to sex during the 12 months prior to survey completion. They were also asked to describe what support might help them to overcome any problems they experienced. Results Overall, 70.5% of the gay and bisexual men with diagnosed HIV completing the survey reported one or more problems with sex within the previous 12 months. Most commonly reported problems include loss of libido (44.0%, n=540), poor self-image or low self confidence (43.9%, n=534), worries about passing HIV to potential sexual partners (37.3%, n=454), and fears of rejection from sexual partners (34.7%, n=422). Responses varied according to age, time since diagnosis, and whether or not the respondent was currently taking anti-retroviral therapy. Qualitative analysis of data relating to what support might help men overcome problems with sex indicate a need for therapeutic support to increase self esteem and confidence, clarity on criminalisation of HIV transmission, the tackling of HIV related stigma and help to achieve a higher quality (as opposed to quantity) of sex. Conclusions The findings indicate a need for the maintenance and expansion of services to meet the significant needs of people with diagnosed HIV, especially as these intersect with their ability to negotiate sex that is satisfying.
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- Adam Bourne
- Sigma Research, Department of Social & Environmental Health Research, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
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