User-informed tailoring of electronic and in-person peer navigation strategies to improve retention in HIV care for adolescents and young adults: a qualitative inquiry.
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| Title: | User-informed tailoring of electronic and in-person peer navigation strategies to improve retention in HIV care for adolescents and young adults: a qualitative inquiry. |
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| Authors: | Kwena, Zachary Arochi, Oketch, Bertha Akinyi, Beres, Laura K., Lewis-Kulzer, Jayne, Akama, Eliud Omondi, Sang, Norton Mutai, Adhiambo, Harriet Fridah, Iguna, Sarah, Ontuga, Gladys Moraa, Nyandieka, Everlyne, Shade, Starley, Bukusi, Elizabeth Anne, Geng, Elvin, Abuogi, Lisa L. |
| Source: | AIDS Care. Jul2024, Vol. 36 Issue 7, p993-1001. 9p. |
| Subjects: | Patient compliance, Qualitative research, Focus groups, Research funding, HIV-positive persons, Medical care, HIV infections, Treatment effectiveness, Patient-centered care, Social case work, Communication, Patients' attitudes, Adolescence, Adults |
| Geographic Terms: | Kenya |
| Abstract: | Poor adherence and retention in HIV care remain a major challenge among adolescents and young adults (AYA) living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Strategies are urgently required to support AYA to remain in care for better health outcomes. We explored AYA preferences regarding the format and delivery of electronic and in-person peer navigation to improve HIV care outcomes. This formative qualitative study was conducted among AYA enrolled in HIV care at three clinics in western Kenya. We conducted two focus group discussions (FGDs) each with 8–9 participants (n = 17) purposively selected based on age, gender and clinic where they received care. The characteristics desired of a navigator are a person of the same age group and HIV status who has a good memory and is friendly and able to maintain confidentiality. AYA want the content of their interaction with the navigator to center on sharing motivational messages and also educating them on matters of HIV care, sexual and reproductive health and mental health. The preferred navigation formats for electronic communication are platforms considered confidential. AYA preferred interventions delivered through secure communication platforms by navigators with whom they have commonalities. The navigation interventions that prioritize confidentiality and holistic content will likely be most highly valued by AYA. Furthermore, electronic mechanisms can help support the relationship building that is at the core of our navigation approach and a fundamental aspect of social work in general. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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