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Coman IA, Bazaa U, Guidry JPD, Miller CA. #EndtheSTIgma: An Exploratory Analysis of the 2019 HPV Awareness Day Conversation on Twitter & Instagram. HEALTH COMMUNICATION 2024; 39:927-936. [PMID: 37041687 DOI: 10.1080/10410236.2023.2196466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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The current study explores the risk communication conversations on Twitter and Instagram in the context of the 2019 HPV Awareness Day, through the theoretical lenses of the stigma associated with HPV, HPV-related cancer, and the HPV vaccine. Our findings reveal that: 1) self and enacted stigma are present in these social media conversations, via nonprofits and official ambassadors, and via regular people; 2) other categories related to stigma, which can be seen as reactions to stigma and appeals to better individuals and society (i.e. stopping stereotypes) also emerged in these conversations, via official and not official sources, pro and against vaccine discourses; and 3) the same categories emerged from the data via both platforms, but differences exist in terms of narratives and messaging. Practical implications are discussed.
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- Ioana A Coman
- College of Media and Communication, Texas Tech University
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- Department of Communication, Mississippi State University
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- Public Relations/STEM Translational Communication Center, College of Journalism and Communications, UF Health Cancer Center, University of Florida
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Séguin LJ, Gareau E, Bosom M. DépistaFest: The evaluation of an inclusive, positive, and playful STBBI screening campaign's effectiveness. CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH = REVUE CANADIENNE DE SANTE PUBLIQUE 2024; 115:250-258. [PMID: 38393551 PMCID: PMC11027723 DOI: 10.17269/s41997-024-00862-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Young adults are disproportionately affected by sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs), and rates of STBBI screening in this population are persistently low. The present study examined the effectiveness of Club Sexu's social marketing campaign, DépistaFest, in increasing STBBI screening, screening intentions, and general STBBI and STBBI screening knowledge among young adults in Quebec, Canada. Grounded in the health belief model, the campaign provided practical and scientifically accurate information on STBBIs and screening using an inclusive, positive, and playful approach. METHODS A sample of 686 participants (M = 28.0 years old) was recruited through Club Sexu's social media to complete an online survey assessing campaign exposure, recent STBBI screening, screening intentions, and general STBBI and screening knowledge. Logistic regressions and ANCOVAs were performed to examine group differences on outcome variables. RESULTS Compared to nonexposed participants, those who were exposed to the campaign were 2.11 times more likely to report having been tested in the past 6 months, and 2.07 times more likely to report planning to get tested in the next 6 months. Exposed participants were also more likely to correctly answer general STBBI knowledge questions and reported higher levels of self-perceived STBBI screening knowledge than nonexposed participants. CONCLUSION The findings support the effectiveness of an STBBI prevention campaign grounded in the health belief model. Future STBBI prevention campaigns aimed at young adults would benefit from destigmatizing STBBIs and normalizing STBBI screening using an inclusive, positive, and playful approach.
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- Léa J Séguin
- Department of Sexology, Université du Québec à Montréal (UQÀM), Montreal, QC, Canada.
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- School of Public Health, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Sexology, Université du Québec à Montréal (UQÀM), Montreal, QC, Canada
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Robinson A, Cooney A, Fassbender C, McGovern DP. Examining the Relationship Between HIV-Related Stigma and the Health and Wellbeing of Children and Adolescents Living with HIV: A Systematic Review. AIDS Behav 2023:10.1007/s10461-023-04034-y. [PMID: 36917426 PMCID: PMC10386953 DOI: 10.1007/s10461-023-04034-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/22/2023] [Indexed: 03/15/2023]
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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) affects millions of people globally. The associated stigma remains a challenge for individuals living with HIV and children and adolescents face the additional challenge of withstanding the peer, pubertal and identity challenges associated with growing up. The current systematic review aimed to define and explore the major stigma-related challenges of children and adolescents from their own perspectives. A secondary aim was to identify any challenges distinct to childhood and adolescence. Studies included individuals aged 3 to 18 years who were aware of their status. Fifteen studies met inclusion criteria. Narrative synthesis was conducted on the included studies. Five analytic themes emerged describing major stigma-related challenges: disclosure-related anxiety, medication adherence, feelings of abnormality, mental health issues and social exclusion. Disclosure-related anxiety and feelings of abnormality appeared to be largely confined to the experience of children and adolescents. Many of the themes centred around peer influence, highlighting the need to belong in youth. Results suggest that youth require tailored interventions targeting their age-specific challenges.
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- Abbie Robinson
- School of Psychology, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
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- School of Psychology, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy in Denmark and Russia: A qualitative typology at the nexus of agency and health capital. SSM. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH IN HEALTH 2022; 2:100116. [PMID: 35721031 PMCID: PMC9192108 DOI: 10.1016/j.ssmqr.2022.100116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2021] [Revised: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Vaccination of the world population is being embraced by 184 countries as the main strategy to end the COVID-19 pandemic; vaccination rates are stalling even in countries with high vaccine availability, though. This article investigates the phenomenon of vaccine hesitancy in two such countries, the Kingdom of Denmark and the Russian Federation, through a qualitative study of the different types of hesitancy to COVID-19 vaccination programs and their underlying mechanisms. The analysis reveals a typology along the dimensions of agency and health capital: resisting hesitancy based on mistrust of authority, paralyzed hesitancy based on personal fear, informed hesitancy based on informed choice, and empowered hesitancy based on empowered choice. While the mechanisms underlying vaccine hesitancy are to a great extent comparable between the two countries, differences in population size, societal cohesion, and political culture seem to impact the prevalence and severity of types and, thereby, the outcomes of national COVID-19 vaccination programs and national campaigns for mitigating COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. The implications of these findings extend beyond the particular context of COVID-19 and the countries studied, supporting and nuancing existing models for vaccine hesitancy, as well as providing a starting point for tailored campaigns for mitigating vaccine hesitancy.
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Ahmaro L, Lindsey L, Forrest S, Whittlesea C. Young people's perceptions of accessing a community pharmacy for a chlamydia testing kit: a qualitative study based in North East England. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e052228. [PMID: 34489295 PMCID: PMC8422476 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-052228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Chlamydia testing among young people in community pharmacies in North East England has been low compared with other remote settings offering testing for the past few years. To understand why this may be, to maximise service provision, the perceptions of young men and women about pharmacy testing and possible chlamydia treatment were gathered and interpreted. DESIGN Indepth, semistructured interviews. SETTING Four youth centres in North East England. PARTICIPANTS The study included 26 young people aged 16-23. The sample of participants comprised those with a history of chlamydia testing as well as those never tested. INTERVIEWS Face-to-face interviews were conducted between October 2018 and May 2019. The interview schedule covered young people's perceptions of sexually transmitted infections, provision of pharmacy sexual and reproductive health and chlamydia testing, and potential chlamydia treatment. Data from the interviews were subjected to thematic analysis. RESULTS The geographical accessibility and long opening times of community pharmacies in North East England were perceived benefits of the service. However, young people had concerns about being judged by pharmacy staff or overheard by customers when requesting the test. Men did not want to be seen by their peers accessing the pharmacy. These barriers were associated with a perceived stigma of chlamydia. Despite this, young people thought that pharmacist advice on the test kit would be important to ensure they complete it correctly. Those never tested favoured how the kit could be taken home to complete the urine sample. The option of including chlamydia treatment was reported to be convenient and comforting. CONCLUSION Supporting pharmacies in North East England to offer a confidential chlamydia testing service is necessary to overcome young people's perceived barriers to testing. Delivering testing as an integrated sexual health package with other pharmacy services, together with treatment where suitable, will increase acceptance for testing and timely access to treatment.
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- Lara Ahmaro
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- School of Pharmacy and Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- College of St Hild & St Bede, and Sociology Department, Durham University, Durham, UK
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- Research Department of Practice and Policy, University College London, School of Pharmacy, London, UK
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Gan J, Kularadhan V, Chow EPF, Fairley CK, Hocking JS, Kong FYS, Ong JJ. What do young people in high-income countries want from STI testing services? A systematic review. Sex Transm Infect 2021; 97:574-583. [PMID: 34193529 DOI: 10.1136/sextrans-2021-055044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There are upward trends of STI rates among young people in most high-income countries. We reviewed the literature to provide a summary of information to support health services with the aim of increasing testing of STIs among young people living in high-income countries. METHODS We conducted a systematic review (Prospero: CRD42020179720) using PubMed, Embase, PsychINFO and CINAHL. The search was performed on 10 January 2020 for studies between January 2000 and 10 January 2020. Two reviewers independently screened articles, and any discrepancies were resolved by a third reviewer. Studies were included if they were performed in high-income countries and contained data on both young people (<26 years) and STI testing preferences. Data regarding the characteristics of STI testing services that young people preferred was extracted. We categorised these characteristics using the framework of a social-ecological model. RESULTS We identified 1440 studies, and 63 studies were included in the final review. We found 32 studies that addressed individual factors, 62 studies that addressed service factors and 17 studies that addressed societal factors. At an individual level, we identified eight attributes including the need for improved sexual health education. At a service level, 14 attributes were identified including preferences from different subgroups of young people (such as sexual and ethnic minorities) for the types of services. At a societal level, we identified two attributes including the need to address stigma associated with STIs. CONCLUSION We provide an overview of the growing body of literature capturing the preferences of young people for STI testing services. To optimise the uptake of STI testing among young people, factors from all socioecological levels should be considered. In addition, understanding and accounting for distinct preferences from subgroups of young people could increase demand for STI testing services for those at greatest need.
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- Joscelyn Gan
- Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.,Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Alfred Health, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.,Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Carlton, Victoria, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.,Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Alfred Health, Carlton, Victoria, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Carlton, Victoria, Australia
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- Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.,Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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Wagg E, Hocking J, Tomnay J. What do young women living in regional and rural Victoria say about chlamydia testing? A qualitative study. Sex Health 2020; 17:160-166. [PMID: 32183939 DOI: 10.1071/sh19182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2019] [Accepted: 12/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background Chlamydia trachomatis is the most commonly notified sexually transmissible infection in Australia, with almost 100000 cases diagnosed in 2018. Chlamydia is easy to diagnose and treat, but infections are underdiagnosed. Eighty per cent of chlamydia cases are asymptomatic. Without testing, infections will remain undetected. Several barriers to testing have been identified in previous research, including cost, privacy concerns for young rural people, knowledge gaps, embarrassment and stigma. The aim of this study was to investigate young regional and rural women's understanding of chlamydia and factors that may prevent or delay testing. METHODS Semistructured interviews were conducted with 11 women aged between 18 and 30 years residing in north-east Victoria, Australia. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically. RESULTS Themes were grouped under four categories: (1) chlamydia and stigma; (2) the application of stigma to self and others; (3) factors affecting testing; and (4) knowledge. A chlamydia infection was associated with stigma. The young women in this study anticipated self-stigma in relation to a positive diagnosis, but resisted stigmatising others. Increased knowledge about chlamydia prevalence was associated with reduced self-stigma. The most consistent factor affecting testing decisions was personal risk assessment. Knowledge gaps about symptoms, testing and treatment were also identified, with participants not always accessing information from reputable sources. CONCLUSION Chlamydia testing was viewed as a positive activity among this cohort. However, there is considerable perceived stigma about being diagnosed with an infection. Interventions that communicate prevalence, reduce stigma and provide factual information about testing and risk are still needed. Clinicians have an opportunity to convey this information at consultation. Health promotion workers should continue to develop and run campaigns at a community level to encourage regular screening.
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- Emma Wagg
- Women's Health Goulburn North East (WHGNE), PO Box 853, Wangaratta, Vic. 3676, Australia; and Corresponding author.
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Level 4, 207 Bouverie Street, Parkville, Vic. 3010, Australia
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- Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH), Department of Rural Health, The University of Melbourne, 49 Graham Street, Shepparton, Vic. 3630, Australia
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Mapp F, Wellings K, Mercer CH, Mitchell K, Tanton C, Clifton S, Datta J, Field N, Palmer MJ, Hickson F. Help-seeking for genitourinary symptoms: a mixed methods study from Britain's Third National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles (Natsal-3). BMJ Open 2019; 9:e030612. [PMID: 31666264 PMCID: PMC6830646 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-030612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Quantify non-attendance at sexual health clinics and explore help-seeking strategies for genitourinary symptoms. DESIGN Sequential mixed methods using survey data and semistructured interviews. SETTING General population in Britain. PARTICIPANTS 1403 participants (1182 women) from Britain's Third National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles (Natsal-3; undertaken 2010-2012), aged 16-44 years who experienced specific genitourinary symptoms (past 4 weeks), of whom 27 (16 women) who reported they had never attended a sexual health clinic also participated in semistructured interviews, conducted May 2014-March 2015. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURES From survey data, non-attendance at sexual health clinic (past year) and preferred service for STI care; semistructured interview domains were STI social representations, symptom experiences, help-seeking responses and STI stigma. RESULTS Most women (85.9% (95% CI 83.7 to 87.9)) and men (87.6% (95% CI 82.3 to 91.5)) who reported genitourinary symptoms in Natsal-3 had not attended a sexual health clinic in the past year. Around half of these participants cited general practice (GP) as their preferred hypothetical service for STI care (women: 58.5% (95% CI 55.2% to 61.6%); men: 54.3% (95% CI 47.1% to 61.3%)). Semistructured interviews elucidated four main responses to symptoms: not seeking healthcare, seeking information to self-diagnose and self-treat, seeking care at non-specialist services and seeking care at sexual health clinics. Collectively, responses suggested individuals sought to gain control over their symptoms, and they prioritised emotional reassurance over accessing medical expertise. Integrating survey and interview data strengthened the evidence that participants preferred their general practitioner for STI care and extended understanding of help-seeking strategies. CONCLUSIONS Help-seeking is important to access appropriate healthcare for genitourinary symptoms. Most participants did not attend a sexual health clinic but sought help from other sources. This study supports current service provision options in Britain, facilitating individual autonomy about where to seek help.
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- Fiona Mapp
- Institute for Global Health, University College London, London, UK
- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- MRC/CSO Social & Public Health Sciences Unit, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Global Health and Development, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Institute for Global Health, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Institute for Global Health, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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Grieb SM, Reddy M, Griffin B, Marcell AV, Meade S, Slogeris B, Page KR, Jennings JM. Identifying Solutions to Improve the Sexually Transmitted Infections Testing Experience for Youth Through Participatory Ideation. AIDS Patient Care STDS 2018; 32:330-335. [PMID: 30067404 DOI: 10.1089/apc.2018.0038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Sexually transmitted infection (STI) services, including screening, treatment, and counseling among youth, remain suboptimal. In the midst of increasing incidence of bacterial STIs, alarming STI disparities, and persistently low testing rates among youth, solution-focused and action-oriented research with youth is needed. To identify solutions to STI testing barriers, we conducted three participatory ideation workshops with 18 youth, 10 key stakeholders who work with youth, and 8 social design graduate students. In response to prompt questions asking "How might we" address a testing barrier, participants generated as many ideas as they could on small pieces of paper. The brainstorming sessions produced 702 brainstorm idea sheets that were then qualitatively analyzed through pile sorting by three team members (including two youth) with each pile representing a priori themes (from the "How might we" probe) or emergent themes. Ten themes were identified corresponding to three domains: (1) improving the testing experience (improving transparency in the testing process, increasing trust in privacy, alternative testing options, and providing incentives/rewards for testing), (2) addressing the clinic space (multi-service spaces, appealing physical clinical space, and providing waiting room activities), and (3) reframing STI testing (normalizing STI testing, the clinic as a supportive environment, and youth leadership to promote and support STI testing). These findings move beyond identifying barriers and motivators to STI testing among youth and focus on the generation of possible solutions. By engaging youth in the development of solutions to STI testing, solutions that may be better-utilized and more acceptable to youth may be developed.
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- Suzanne M. Grieb
- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Center for Social Design, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Center for Social Design, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Baltimore City Health Department, Bureau of HIV/STD Services, Baltimore, Maryland
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Center for Clinical Global Health Education, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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Wood H, Hall C, Ioppolo E, Ioppolo R, Scacchia E, Clifford R, Gudka S. Barriers and Facilitators of Partner Treatment of Chlamydia: A Qualitative Investigation with Prescribers and Community Pharmacists. PHARMACY 2018; 6:pharmacy6010017. [PMID: 29419807 PMCID: PMC5874556 DOI: 10.3390/pharmacy6010017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2017] [Revised: 02/02/2018] [Accepted: 02/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Chlamydia trachomatis is the most frequently-notified sexually transmitted infection in Australia. Effective and timely partner treatment of chlamydia is essential to reduce overall prevalence and the burden of infection. Currently in most of Australia, the only avenue for partner treatment of chlamydia (“standard partner therapy”) is a tedious, and often inconvenient, process. The barriers and facilitators of standard partner therapy, and newer models of accelerated partner therapy (APT), need to be identified in the Australian setting. Additionally, the potential role of community pharmacists need to be explored. Semi-structured interview guides for two key stakeholder groups (prescribers and pharmacists) were developed and piloted. Eleven prescribers (general practitioners, sexual health clinicians and nurse practitioners) and twelve pharmacists practicing in the Perth metropolitan region were interviewed. Key reported barriers to standard partner therapy were lack of or delayed chlamydia testing. Key facilitators included ability to test and educate sexual partner. Key barriers for APT included prescribers’ legal responsibility and potential for medication-related adverse effects. Healthcare provider consultation and chlamydia testing were seen as potential facilitators of APT. Pharmacists were receptive to the idea of expanding their role in chlamydia treatment, however, barriers to privacy must be overcome in order to be acceptable to prescribers and pharmacists.
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- Helen Wood
- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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- Division of Pharmacy, School of Allied Health, The University of Western Australia, Perth 6009, Australia.
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Mapp F, Hickson F, Mercer CH, Wellings K. How social representations of sexually transmitted infections influence experiences of genito-urinary symptoms and care-seeking in Britain: mixed methods study protocol. BMC Public Health 2016; 16:548. [PMID: 27400780 PMCID: PMC4940703 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-016-3261-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2016] [Accepted: 07/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Social understandings of sexually transmitted infections and associated symptoms and care-seeking behaviour continue to lag behind advancements in biomedical diagnostics and treatment, perpetuating the burden of disease. There is a lack of research linking perceptions, experiences and care-seeking for sexual health issues, especially research conducted outside of medical settings. We aim to explore lay perceptions of STIs and how these influence experiences of genito-urinary symptoms and associated care-seeking behaviour, in women and men in Britain. METHODS AND DESIGN This study adopts a participant-selection variant of the explanatory sequential mixed methods design to incorporate quantitative and qualitative strands. We use data from Britain's third National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles (n = 15,162) to analyse national patterns of symptom experience and care-seeking, and to identify a purposive qualitative sample. Semi-structured interviews (n = 27) following up with survey participants include a novel flash card activity providing qualitative data about infection perceptions, symptom experiences and decisions about healthcare. Quantitative and qualitative data are analysed separately using complex survey analyses and principles of Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis respectively. Data are then integrated in a subsequent phase of analysis using matrices to compare, contrast and identify silences from each method. DISCUSSION This is an ongoing mixed methods study collecting, analysing and synthesising linked data from a national survey and follow-up semi-structured interviews. It adds explanatory potential to existing national survey data and is likely to inform future surveys about sexual health. Given the current uncertainty around service provision in Britain, this study provides timely data about symptom experiences and care-seeking behaviour which may inform future commissioning of sexual healthcare.
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- Fiona Mapp
- Department of Social and Environmental Health Research, Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
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- Department of Social and Environmental Health Research, Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Centre for Sexual Health and HIV Research, Research Department of Infection and Population Health, University College London, Mortimer Market Centre, London, UK
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- Department of Social and Environmental Health Research, Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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Sorhaindo A, Bonell C, Fletcher A, Jessiman P, Keogh P, Mitchell K. Being targeted: Young women's experience of being identified for a teenage pregnancy prevention programme. J Adolesc 2016; 49:181-90. [PMID: 27088658 DOI: 10.1016/j.adolescence.2016.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2015] [Revised: 03/24/2016] [Accepted: 03/26/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Research on the unintended consequences of targeting 'high-risk' young people for health interventions is limited. Using qualitative data from an evaluation of the Teens & Toddlers Pregnancy Prevention programme, we explored how young women experienced being identified as at risk for teenage pregnancy to understand the processes via which unintended consequences may occur. Schools' lack of transparency regarding the targeting strategy and criteria led to feelings of confusion and mistrust among some young women. Black and minority ethnic young women perceived that the assessment of their risk was based on stereotyping. Others felt their outgoing character was misinterpreted as signifying risk. To manage these imposed labels, stigma and reputational risks, young women responded to being targeted by adopting strategies, such as distancing, silence and refusal. To limit harmful consequences, programmes could involve prospective participants in determining their need for intervention or introduce programmes for young people at all levels of risk.
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- Annik Sorhaindo
- Department of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London WC1E 7HT, UK.
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- Department of Childhood, Families and Health, UCL Institute of Education, University College London, 20 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0AL, UK.
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- School of Social Sciences, Cardiff University, Cardiff CF10 3XQ, UK.
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- School for Policy Studies, University of Bristol, Priory Road, Bristol BS8 1TZ, UK.
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- The Open University, Room 014, Horlock Building, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UK.
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- Department of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London WC1E 7HT, UK.
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Yeung A, Temple-Smith M, Fairley C, Hocking J. Narrative review of the barriers and facilitators to chlamydia testing in general practice. Aust J Prim Health 2015; 21:139-47. [PMID: 25118823 DOI: 10.1071/py13158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2013] [Accepted: 07/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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As the cornerstone of Australian primary health care, general practice is a setting well suited for regular chlamydia testing but testing rates remain low. This review examines the barriers and facilitators to chlamydia testing in general practice. Six databases--Medline, PubMed, Meditext, PsycInfo, Scopus and Web of Science--were used to identify peer-reviewed publications that addressed barriers and facilitators to chlamydia testing in general practice using the following terms: 'chlamydia test*', 'STI test*' 'general practice', 'primary care', 'family medicine', 'barriers', 'facilitators' and 'enablers' from 1997 until November 2013. Data about the study design and key findings were extracted from the publications. A framework method was used to manage the data and organise publications into three categories -patient, general practitioner, and general practice. Key findings were then classified as a barrier or facilitator. Sixty-nine publications were included, with 41 quantitative studies, 17 qualitative studies, and 11 using mixed methods. Common barriers identified in all three groups included a lack of knowledge, awareness or training, demands on time and workload, and the social context of testing. Facilitators included the normalisation of testing, the use of nurses and other practice staff, education and incentives. Numerous barriers and facilitators to chlamydia testing in general practice have been identified. While the barriers are well studied, many of the facilitators are not as well researched, and highlight areas for further study.
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Jackson LJ, Roberts TE. Conceptualising quality of life outcomes for women participating in testing for sexually transmitted infections: A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative research. Soc Sci Med 2015; 143:162-70. [PMID: 26360418 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2015.08.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2014] [Revised: 07/17/2015] [Accepted: 08/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Many public health interventions have aims which are broader than health alone; this means that there are difficulties in using outcome measures that capture health effects only, such as Quality Adjusted Life Years (QALYs). Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are a major public health concern both in the UK and globally, with Chlamydia trachomatis being the most common bacterial STI worldwide. There is scope for the wider use of qualitative syntheses in health-related research; in this study we highlight their potential value in informing outcome identification, particularly for public health interventions where a broad range of outcomes may need to be considered. This article presents a systematic review and meta-ethnography of qualitative studies that investigated women's experiences of thinking about and participating in testing for chlamydia. The meta-ethnography highlights issues relating to beliefs about STIs and testing, assessing risk and interpreting symptoms, emotional responses to testing, coping with diagnosis, relationship with sex partners(s), informal support, and interaction with health care services. The study findings suggest that women can experience a range of impacts on their health and quality of life. It is important that this range of effects is taken into account within evaluations, to ensure that decision makers are fully informed about the outcomes associated with screening interventions, and ultimately, to make sure that appropriate interventions are available to support women in maintaining good sexual health.
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- Louise J Jackson
- Health Economics Unit, School of Health and Population Sciences, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK.
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- Health Economics Unit, School of Health and Population Sciences, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK
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Baird J, Merchant RC. A randomized controlled trial of the effects of a brief intervention to increase chlamydia and gonorrhea testing uptake among young adult female emergency department patients. Acad Emerg Med 2014; 21:1512-20. [PMID: 25491714 DOI: 10.1111/acem.12539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2014] [Revised: 06/15/2014] [Accepted: 07/03/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to test the effect of a brief educational and counseling intervention on increasing the uptake of free testing for Chlamydia trachomatis (chlamydia) and Neisseria gonorrhea (gonorrhea) among young female emergency department (ED) patients. Women are particularly vulnerable to more serious consequences of these infections due to asymptomatic presentation. Increased testing is important to detect, treat, and halt the spread of these infections among asymptomatic women. METHODS This was a randomized controlled trial. Research assistants (RAs) approached female patients in two EDs. Eligible patients were between 18 and 35 years of age, who reported having sex with males, but were not attending the ED for either treatment of sexually transmitted infection (STI) or testing for possible STI exposure. Participants responded to survey questions about their lifetime and past 3-month substance use, number of recent sexual partners, condom use, and perception of risks for chlamydia and gonorrhea infections. Following the survey, the RAs randomized participants into study control or treatment arms. Each treatment arm participant received a brief educational/counseling intervention from the RA. The brief intervention focused on the woman's personal risks for chlamydia and gonorrhea and condoms attitudes and usage. As the primary outcome of this study, participants were offered free urine tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea infection postintervention or post-survey completion, depending on group assignment. RESULTS A total of 171 women completed the baseline assessment and were offered chlamydia and gonorrhea testing. The mean (±SD) age was 26 (±4.76) years, 18% were Hispanic, and 12% were Spanish-speaking only. The brief intervention that was offered to increase these women's awareness of their STI risk did not result in increased acceptance of testing; 48% in the brief intervention group accepted testing (95% confidence interval [CI] = 32% to 64%) versus 36% in the control group (95% CI = 19% to 53%). In a multivariable logistic regression, only self-identifying as being Hispanic was associated with greater willingness to be tested. Of the asymptomatic women tested (n = 71), five tested positive for chlamydia. This represents a positivity rate of 7%. There were no positive test results for gonorrhea. Women who reported high-risk factors for STI, such as younger age (≤25 years), having sex in the past 90 days without using condoms, identified substance use, or previous STI, were not more likely to accept the offer of chlamydia and gonorrhea testing. CONCLUSIONS The brief intervention used in this study did not increase the uptake of testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea infections in this sample, in comparison to receiving no intervention. Although Hispanic women were more likely to accept chlamydia and gonorrhea testing, it is concerning that those women who report STI risk factors were not more likely to accept the offer of chlamydia and gonorrhea testing. Future research should focus on the refinement of an intervention protocol to focus on prior STI and lack of condom use to increase the uptake of testing among this high-risk group.
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- Janette Baird
- Department of Emergency Medicine; Rhode Island Hospital; Alpert Medical School of Brown University; Providence RI
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- Department of Emergency Medicine; Rhode Island Hospital; Alpert Medical School of Brown University; Providence RI
- Department of Epidemiology; School of Public Health; Brown University; Providence RI
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Backonja U, Royer HR, Lauver DR. Young women's reasons to seek sexually transmitted infection screening. Public Health Nurs 2014; 31:395-404. [PMID: 24766580 DOI: 10.1111/phn.12125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To describe young women's reasons to seek and not to seek sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening; to explore whether reasons differed by age and STI screening history. DESIGN AND SAMPLE Cross-sectional, descriptive. Female students (N = 216) at a university in the Midwestern United States. MEASURES An anonymous online survey was designed based on the Theory of Care Seeking Behavior and literature regarding STI screening among young women. RESULTS The most common reason to seek STI screening was to start treatment promptly (85%); the most common reason not to seek screening was being asymptomatic (54%). Participants' reasons differed by age and screening history. Women under 25 were more likely than women 25 and older to seek screening because of encouragement from female role models (p < .01). Women who had never been screened were more likely than women who had been screened to avoid screening because of embarrassment (p < .05). Novel findings included seeking STI screening because it "should be done" if sexually active and because of encouragement from female role models. CONCLUSIONS Health care and public health professionals can use these findings to develop strategies to improve STI screening rates among young women.
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- Uba Backonja
- University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing
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Booth AR, Norman P, Harris PR, Goyder E. Using the Theory of Planned Behavior to identify key beliefs underlying chlamydia testing intentions in a sample of young people living in deprived areas. J Health Psychol 2013; 20:1229-39. [DOI: 10.1177/1359105313510335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The Theory of Planned Behavior was used to identify the key behavioural, normative and control beliefs underlying intentions to test regularly for chlamydia among young people living in socially and economically deprived areas – a high-risk group for infection. Participants ( N = 278, 53% male; mean age 17 years) were recruited from a vocational college situated in an area in the most deprived national quintile (England). Participants completed measures of behavioural, normative and control beliefs, plus intention to test regularly for chlamydia. The behavioural, normative and control beliefs most strongly correlated with intentions to test regularly for chlamydia were beliefs about stopping the spread of infection, partners’ behaviour and the availability of testing. These beliefs represent potential targets for interventions to increase chlamydia testing among young people living in deprived areas.
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Booth AR, Norman P, Goyder E, Harris PR, Campbell MJ. Pilot study of a brief intervention based on the theory of planned behaviour and self-identity to increase chlamydia testing among young people living in deprived areas. Br J Health Psychol 2013; 19:636-51. [PMID: 24103040 DOI: 10.1111/bjhp.12065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2013] [Revised: 07/24/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study sought to estimate the effects of a novel intervention, compared with usual chlamydia testing promotion, on chlamydia test uptake and intentions among young people living in deprived areas. The intervention was based on the theory of planned behaviour, augmented with self-identity, and targeted the significant predictors of chlamydia testing intentions identified in the previous research. METHODS Cluster randomization was used to allocate college tutor groups (intervention n = 10; control n = 11) to the intervention or control group. The sample comprised 253 participants (intervention n = 145, control n = 108). The primary outcome was test offer uptake at the end of the session. Other outcomes measured at immediate follow-up were intention, attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioural control, and self-identity. RESULTS Generalized estimating equations, controlling for cluster effects and sexual activity, found a small but non-significant effect of condition on test offer uptake, OR = 1.65 (95% CI 0.70, 3.88) p = .25, with 57.5% of intervention participants accepting the offer of a test compared with 40.2% of control participants. Using the same analysis procedure, small-to-medium intervention effects were found on other outcome variables, including a significant effect on attitudes towards chlamydia testing, OR = 1.37 (95% CI 1.00, 1.87), p = .05. CONCLUSIONS The results provide encouraging initial evidence that this theory-based intervention, targeting the key determinants of chlamydia testing, may help to improve chlamydia testing uptake in a high-risk group. They support the conduct of a larger trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention. STATEMENT OF CONTRIBUTION What is already known on this subject? Young people living in areas of increased socio-economic deprivation have been identified as a high-risk group for chlamydia. Previous research within an extended model of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) found that attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioural control, and self-identity all significantly predicted chlamydia testing intentions in this high-risk group. What does this study add? Development and testing of a novel, TPB-based intervention targeting predictors of chlamydia testing intentions. The intervention led to significantly more positive attitudes towards chlamydia testing. Preliminary indication that a TPB-based intervention may help to improve chlamydia testing in a high-risk group.
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Foster LR, Byers ES. Stigmatization of individuals with sexually transmitted infections: effects of illness and observer characteristics. JOURNAL OF APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2013. [DOI: 10.1111/jasp.12036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Lucchesi E. Shame, Stigma, and Sponsorship: Links Between Personal Bloggers and Weight-Loss Products. JOURNAL OF CONSUMER HEALTH ON THE INTERNET 2013. [DOI: 10.1080/15398285.2013.780538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Booth AR, Norman P, Harris PR, Goyder E. Using the theory of planned behaviour and self-identity to explain chlamydia testing intentions in young people living in deprived areas. Br J Health Psychol 2013; 19:101-12. [PMID: 23406510 DOI: 10.1111/bjhp.12036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2012] [Accepted: 01/25/2013] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The study sought to (1) explain intentions to get tested for chlamydia regularly in a group of young people living in deprived areas using the theory of planned behaviour (TPB); and (2) test whether self-identity explained additional variance in testing intentions. DESIGN A cross-sectional design was used for this study. METHODS Participants (N = 278, 53% male; M = 17.05 years) living in deprived areas of a UK city were recruited from a vocational education setting. Participants completed a self-administered questionnaire, including measures of attitude, injunctive subjective norm, descriptive norm, perceived behavioural control, self-identity, intention and past behaviour in relation to getting tested for chlamydia regularly. RESULTS The TPB explained 43% of the variance in chlamydia testing intentions with all variables emerging as significant predictors. However, self-identity explained additional variance in intentions (ΔR(2) = .22) and emerged as the strongest predictor, even when controlling for past behaviour. CONCLUSIONS The study identified the key determinants of intention to get tested for chlamydia regularly in a sample of young people living in areas of increased deprivation: a hard-to-reach, high-risk population. The findings indicate the key variables to target in interventions to promote motivation to get tested for chlamydia regularly in equivalent samples, amongst which self-identity is critical. STATEMENT OF CONTRIBUTION What is already known on this subject? Young people living in deprived areas have been identified as an at-risk group for chlamydia. Qualitative research has identified several themes in relation to factors affecting the uptake of chlamydia testing, which fit well with the constructs of the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). Identity concerns have also been identified as playing an important part in young people's chlamydia testing decisions. What does this study add? TPB explained 43% of the variance in chlamydia testing intentions and all variables were significant predictors. Self-identity explained additional 22% of the variance in intentions and emerged as the strongest predictor. Indicates key variables to target in interventions to promote regular chlamydia testing in deprived young people.
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Booth AR, Harris PR, Goyder E, Norman P. Beliefs about chlamydia testing amongst young people living in relatively deprived areas. J Public Health (Oxf) 2012; 35:213-22. [DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fds082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Brugha R, Balfe M, Conroy RM, Clarke E, Fitzgerald M, O'connell E, Jeffares I, Vaughan D, Fleming C, O'donovan D. Young adults’ preferred options for receiving chlamydia screening test results: a cross-sectional survey of 6085 young adults. Int J STD AIDS 2011; 22:635-9. [DOI: 10.1258/ijsa.2011.010482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Summary We investigated how young adults aged 18-29 years would like to be notified of chlamydia screening test results, and, when they test positive, their willingness and preferred mechanism for informing their partners. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 6085 young adults and found that a call to their mobile phone was their preferred way of receiving positive test results (selected by 50%), followed by email. Text messages (short message service [SMS]) and calls to landline phones were unpopular options, selected by between 5 and 10%. Over 75% of respondents stated they would inform their current partner of a positive chlamydia diagnosis, and 50% would inform their previous partners. Most were willing to receive yearly reminders to go for a chlamydia test. Young adults preference for being informed of chlamydia test results by mobile phone call, rather than by email or SMS text, especially if they test positive, suggests they place high value on the security of the communication mechanism. Offering a range of mechanisms for receipt of test results may increase the acceptability and coverage of sexually transmitted infection (STI) control strategies.
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- R Brugha
- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Health Promotion, Clinical Science Institute, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin
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- Department of Health Promotion, Clinical Science Institute, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Health Promotion, Clinical Science Institute, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Health Promotion, Clinical Science Institute, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland
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- Bob Heyman
- a The Centre for Health & Social Care Research, University of Huddersfield , UK
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