Name-based reporting of HIV-positive test results as a deterrent to testing.

Woods, William J.; Dilley, J W; Lihatsh, Tania; Sabatino, James; Adler, Barbara; Rinaldi, Joanna

doi:10.2105/ajph.89.7.1097

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“…), whereas the former is used to signify components that comprise the behavior in question. So, for example, getting tested for HIV, as a behavioral domain, is a behavior that has several attributes, some of which may include concerns about confidentiality (Delerga, Lovejoy, & Winstead, 1998;Woods et al, 1999), perceived stigma (Aggleton & Parker, 2002;Capitanio & Herek, 1999), and so forth. Each behavioral domain can be broken down into meaningful attributes.…”

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An Explication of Social Norms

2005

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This article identifies four factors for consideration in norms‐based research to enhance the predictive ability of theoretical models. First, it makes the distinction between perceived and collective norms and between descriptive and injunctive norms. Second, the article addresses the role of important moderators in the relationship between descriptive norms and behaviors, including outcome expectations, group identity, and ego involvement. Third, it discusses the role of both interpersonal and mass communication in normative influences. Lastly, it outlines behavioral attributes that determine susceptibility to normative influences, including behavioral ambiguity and the public or private nature of the behavior.

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An Explication of Social Norms

2005

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“…4 For example, one study reported that over half of men who had not been tested for HIV cited fear of negative social consequences as an important reason for not getting tested and over 40% of high risk men in another study indicated that name-based reporting of HIV test results would lead them to defer testing. 5,6 HIV-related stigma and discrimination have also been identified as barriers to seeking appropriate healthcare for people living with HIV. 7,8 In a study of HIV-positive adolescents, half of participants reported skipping medication doses to avoid disclosure of HIV status to friends and family.…”

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Experiences of HIV-Related Stigma Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men

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Garofalo

2009

AIDS Patient Care and STDs

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Young men who have sex with men (MSM) represent an increasing number of new HIV infections in many communities. Many individuals still hold beliefs that may lead to discrimination against HIV-positive individuals. HIV stigma is associated with negative health and psychosocial outcomes and may lead to greater challenges for this marginalized population. This study describes stigma experienced by HIV-positive young MSM, explores its relationship to psychosocial measures, and tests the hypothesis that stigma scores will be higher in those diagnosed less than 1 year ago versus more than 1 year. From August 2004 to September 2005 young MSM completed a questionnaire including demographic information and psychosocial measures. Descriptive and bivariate analyses of association were used to interpret data from the total stigma scale and four subscales: personalized stigma (PS), public attitudes (PA), negative self-image (NSI), and disclosure concerns (DC). Index scores were calculated by standardizing each subscale for direct comparisons. The 42 participants were: mean 21.3 years; 45% black, 24% Hispanic, 26% white; 14% transgender; and 50% diagnosed HIV-positive less than 1 year. Participants reported HIV-related stigma across all domains with mean index subscale scores: PS 0.57, PA 0.61, NSI 0.63, DC 0.75 indicating that disclosure concerns were prevalent in comparison to other forms of HIV-related stigma. Stigma scores correlated with depression, social support, self-esteem, and romantic loneliness. Stigma scores did not differ for those diagnosed less than 1 year ago versus more than 1 year ago. Providers should address HIV-related stigma concerns, particularly disclosure, throughout the trajectory of the illness when caring for HIV-positive young MSM as a factor affecting health outcomes and psychosocial functioning.

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“…While the issue of whether or not name-based reporting deters testers has been the subject of much research, the results of this research are mixed [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11]. It is difficult to draw conclusions from this literature because these studies have found that there exists a general lack of knowledge among consumers of HIV testing about their state's HIV reporting regulations.…”

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“…Proponents of name-based reporting argue non-name data will: (1) be less accurate and more prone to duplication of cases (2) be less efficient to collect and (3) hamper important ancillary services such as partner notification or referrals to care [3,8]. Proponents of a non-namebased method argue: (1) confidential HIV testing may be avoided due to fears associated with name-based method and (2) name-based reporting may raise doubts or mistrust regarding confidentiality of one's HIV status [9][10][11].…”

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