Understanding social capital among young black gay and bisexual men living with HIV: a qualitative exploration

Hussen, Sophia A.; Drumhiller, Kathryn; Emerenini, Sabina; Moore, Shamia; Jones, Marxavian D.; Camacho-González, Andrés; Ransome, Yusuf; Elopre, Latesha; Rı́o, Carlos del; Harper, Gary W.

doi:10.1080/13691058.2021.1974561

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“…Peer support programs can act as a bridge between PLHIV and healthcare systems (Davis et al, 2017 ; Khalpey et al, 2021 ; Koester et al, 2014 ; Ogier et al, 2020 ), increase treatment uptake, adherence and retention in care (Berg et al, 2021 ; Cunningham et al, 2018 ; Waldrop‐Valverde et al, 2014 ) and decrease HIV risk behaviours (Prestage et al, 2016 ). These programs can also build resilience among PLHIV to reduce the impact of HIV stigma (Chan & Mak, 2021 ; Hussen et al, 2021 ) and establish social connections between PLHIV (Davis et al, 2017 ; Khalpey et al, 2021 ). Peers are often members of the same communities as those they support, have experiential knowledge of living with HIV (Berg et al, 2021 ; Ogier et al, 2020 ; Peterson et al, 2012 ), and can offer recently diagnosed PLHIV unique perspectives that clinically based healthcare workers are often unable to provide (Barker & Maguire, 2017 ; Davis et al, 2017 ; Fisher et al, 2018 ; Koester et al, 2014 ; Newman et al, 2015 ; Peterson et al, 2012 ).…”

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Belonging, social connection and non‐clinical care: Experiences of HIV peer support among recently diagnosed people living with HIV in Australia

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Philpot

Murphy

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Effective HIV treatments have transformed the medical needs of people living with HIV (PLHIV) to a chronic condition. However, stigma, poorer mental health outcomes and social isolation remain significant challenges for many PLHIV. HIV peer support programs have assisted PLHIV in navigating the clinical, emotional and social aspects of living with HIV. We draw on semi-structured interviews with 26 recently diagnosed PLHIV in Australia to explore experiences of HIV peer support services. Our thematic analysis identified three overarching themes. First, participants commonly reported that peer support programs offered a sense of belonging and connection to a broader HIV community. This established a network, sometimes separate to their existing social networks, of other PLHIV with whom to share experiences of HIV. Second, peer-based programs provided an opportunity for participants to hear firsthand, nonclinical perspectives on living with HIV. While participants valued the clinical care they received, the perspectives of peers gave participants insights into how others had managed aspects of living with HIV such as disclosure, sex and relationships. Finally, participants highlighted important considerations around ensuring referrals were made to socially and culturally appropriate support programs. Peer support programs fill an important gap in HIV care, working alongside and extending the work of the clinical management of HIV. Incorporating formal referrals to peer support services as part of the HIV diagnosis process could assist recently diagnosed PLHIV in adjusting to a positive diagnosis.

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Belonging, social connection and non‐clinical care: Experiences of HIV peer support among recently diagnosed people living with HIV in Australia

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Philpot

Murphy

et al. 2022

Health Social Care Comm

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Utilizing Community Based Participatory Research Methods in Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx Communities in the US: The CDC Minority HIV Research Initiative (MARI-Round 4)

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Minority HIV Research Initiative (MARI) funded 8 investigators in 2016 to develop HIV prevention and treatment interventions in highly affected communities. We describe MARI studies who used community-based participatory research methods to inform the development of interventions in Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx communities focused on sexual minority men (SMM) or heterosexual populations. Each study implemented best practice strategies for engaging with communities, informing recruitment strategies, navigating through the impacts of COVID-19, and disseminating findings. Best practice strategies common to all MARI studies included establishing community advisory boards, engaging community members in all stages of HIV research, and integrating technology to sustain interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Implementing community-informed approaches is crucial to intervention uptake and long-term sustainability in communities of color. MARI investigators’ research studies provide a framework for developing effective programs tailored to reducing HIV-related racial/ethnic disparities.

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Feasibility and acceptability of B6: a social capital program for young Black gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men living with HIV

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Wood-Palmer

Jones

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Young Black gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (YB-GBMSM) are disproportionately burdened by HIV and often exhibit suboptimal engagement in HIV care. With the goal of increasing engagement in HIV care, we designed a culturally specific, theory-based group-level program, Brothers Building Brothers by Breaking Barriers (B6), which aimed to strengthen resilience and social capital among YB-GBMSM living with HIV. We conducted a pilot trial to evaluate the program’s acceptability and feasibility. Through clinic-based recruitment and community outreach events, we recruited and enrolled 71 YB-GBMSM into the study. Participants were randomized to either the B6 program or a control comparison program. Post-session evaluation surveys and in-depth qualitative interviews showed B6 to have high levels of acceptability and satisfaction. Specifically, participants described benefits to interacting in a group with other YB-GBMSM, and several described increased comfort with their own gay identities after participation. No adverse events or safety concerns were reported. However, there were challenges to feasibility, as reflected in recruitment and retention rates. The B6 program was highly acceptable among YB-GBMSM living with HIV; however, innovative program delivery methods and implementation strategies will be needed to improve recruitment and retention in future implementation of B6.

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Understanding social capital among young black gay and bisexual men living with HIV: a qualitative exploration

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References 33 publications

Belonging, social connection and non‐clinical care: Experiences of HIV peer support among recently diagnosed people living with HIV in Australia

Belonging, social connection and non‐clinical care: Experiences of HIV peer support among recently diagnosed people living with HIV in Australia

Utilizing Community Based Participatory Research Methods in Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx Communities in the US: The CDC Minority HIV Research Initiative (MARI-Round 4)

Feasibility and acceptability of B6: a social capital program for young Black gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men living with HIV

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