Stigma associated with tuberculosis in a time of HIV/ AIDS: Narratives from the Eastern Cape, South Africa

2007 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerie Møller ◽  
Ida Erstad
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Linking psychosocial factors to young South Africans’ intention to use condoms : the moderating role of HIV/AIDS information

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-102
Author(s):  
Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo ◽  
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Queen Usadolo ◽  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Theory Of Planned Behaviour ◽  
Subjective Norm ◽  
Intention To Use ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
Planned Behaviour ◽  
Aids Information ◽  
Hiv Aids

The present study examined the constructs of the theory of planned behaviour regarding their predictability of intentions to use a condom among Xhosa-speaking adolescents in Eastern Cape, South Africa, using HIV/AIDS information as a moderator. Design: Quantitative data were collected from 196 adolescents in Eastern Cape, South Africa. A regression analysis was used to test the hypotheses. Results: A regression analysis showed that attitude and perceived behavioural control were significantly related to the intention to use a condom, but subjective norm was not. However, due to the moderating effect of HIV/AIDS information, attitude, perceived behavioural control and subjective norm predicted intention to use a condom. Conclusion: The findings show that HIV/AIDS information plays an important role in increasing the effect of the theory of planned behaviour on intention to use a condom. Thus, more emphasis should be on beliefs about the adverse effects of condom use, the ability to negotiate condom use, and the importance of other significant others in increasing awareness about HIV/AIDS in order to increase intention to use a condom.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Depression among HIV-Positive Adults on Antiretroviral Therapy in O.R. Tambo, Eastern Cape, South Africa: A cross-sectional descriptive study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dlulane Yola Zimasa ◽  
Apalata Teke ◽  
Dominic Targema Abaver
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression ◽  
Hiv Positive Adults ◽  
Hiv Aids

Abstract Background Living with HIV/AIDS is associated with negative emotional and bodily symptoms; however, there is paucity of data on the prevalence and associated factors depression among this population. This study investigate the prevalence and factors contributing to depression among HIV-positive adults on antiretroviral therapy (ART) in O.R. Tambo Eastern Cape, South Africa. Method This cross-sectional descriptive study involved 334 adults receiving ART in the two Community Health Centers in OR Tambo District, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The Beck’s Depression Inventory (BDI-II) was used to collect data, in addition to a semi-structured questionnaire on coping mechanism and challenges in seeking help with depressive symptoms. Multiple logistic regression analysis were used to assess the factors associated with depression among the HIV-positive adults. Results The prevalence of depression among the HIV-positive adults receiving ART was 44%, and the majority of the patient’s depression fall within the borderline and moderate threshold. The prevalence of depression was significantly higher among females (71.0%; p < 0.0003) and unemployed (73.0%; p < 0.0014) HIV-positive adults. Participants not benefiting from any form of social grant exhibited higher prevalence of depression (79%). Race (p=0.590), age (p=0.338) and married participants (p=0.511) show no statistical significant association between HIV-positive adults accessing ART and depression. Unadjusted logistic regression model show being female (OR = 1.99, 95% CI: 1.23-3.23; p < 0.003) and unemployed (OR =1.73, 95% CI: 1.08-2.77; p < 0.014) were significantly associated with a likelihood of depression. Majority of the participants who could express their feelings of HIV disease and challenges in accessing ART felt more depressed (85%) compared to those who could not express their feelings.Conclusion The rate of depression among HIV/AIDS patients receiving ART is high. Early detection of depression and the challenges associated with accessing treatment and treating would help in improving the compliance to treatment as well as quality of life.

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