Stigma of HIV Testing on Online HIV Forums: Self-Stigma and the Unspoken.
J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv
; 55(12): 34-43, 2017 Dec 01.
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| ID: mdl-28892555
ABSTRACT
Most studies examining HIV-related content in web forums have revolved around the most frequently used terms in HIV-related messages and topics, as well as the supportive nature of those messages. The current study explored barriers that prevent individuals from seeking HIV testing (specifically stigma). The current study analyzed a total of 210 threads and 319 posts, yielding 13 threads that revealed how individuals self-stigmatize and expressed how the fear of being diagnosed prevented them from seeking HIV testing. Results suggest that forums or online communities may perpetuate subculture values that deviate from mainstream values. Another important finding is that there is a lack of HIV testing information in forums for adolescents, which may contribute to the trend of young individuals engaging in risky sexual behaviors not getting tested in a timely fashion. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 55(12), 34-43.].
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Infecções por HIV
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Internet
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Estigma Social
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Screening_studies
Limite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv
Ano de publicação:
2017
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Article