Journal
AIDS AND BEHAVIOR
Volume 20, Issue 9, Pages 2000-2009Publisher
SPRINGER/PLENUM PUBLISHERS
DOI: 10.1007/s10461-016-1309-x
Keywords
HIV self tests; Prevention; Information-motivation-behavioral skills (IMB); IMB model; High-risk; Youth
Funding
- NCATS NIH HHS [KL2 TR000081] Funding Source: Medline
- NIMH NIH HHS [P30 MH043520, P30 MH062246] Funding Source: Medline
- NLM NIH HHS [T15 LM007079] Funding Source: Medline
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HIV self tests (HIVST) have the potential to increase testing among young adults. However, little is known about high-risk young adults' perception of the HIVST as a risk reduction tool and how they would use the HIVST in their everyday lives. Our study sought to examine these factors. Twenty-one ethnically diverse participants (ages 18-24) used the HIVST at our study site, completed surveys, and underwent an in-depth interview. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the survey responses, and interview data were coded using constructs from the information-motivation-behavioral skills model. Information deficits included: how to use the HIVST and the window period for sero-conversion. Motivations supporting HIVST use included: not needing to visit the clinic, fast results, easy access, and use in non-monogamous relationships. Behavioral skills discussed included: coping with a positive test, handling partner violence after a positive test, and accessing HIV services. These findings can inform the use of the HIVST for improving HIV testing rates and reducing HIV risk behavior.
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