scholarly journals The influence of beliefs and attitudes about antiretroviral treatment on inconsistent condom use in Botswana

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mpho Keetile ◽  
Gobopamang Letamo
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Antiretroviral Treatment ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Beliefs And Attitudes ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

scholarly journals Condom use behaviour among people living with HIV: a seven-country community-based participatory research in the Asia-Pacific region

2017 ◽  
Vol 94 (3) ◽  
pp. 200-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keshab Deuba ◽  
Verena Kohlbrenner ◽  
Sushil Koirala ◽  
Anna Mia Ekström
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Antiretroviral Treatment ◽  
Asia Pacific ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Pacific Region ◽  
Regular Partner ◽  
Asia Pacific Region ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

ObjectivesWe examined the prevalence of inconsistent condom use and its correlates among people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the Asia-Pacific region.MethodsBetween 1 October 2012 and 31 May 2013, a total of 7843 PLHIV aged 18–50 years were recruited using targeted and venue-based sampling in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR), Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines and Vietnam. Logistic regression was used to explore the association between condom use behaviour and demographics, social support, stigma and discrimination and various health-related variables.ResultsOverall, 43% of 3827 PLHIV practised inconsistent condom use at sexual intercourse with their regular partner. An even higher proportion, 46% of 2044 PLHIV admitted that they practised unprotected sex with a casual partner. Participants from Lao PDR reported the lowest prevalence of inconsistent condom use for both regular and casual partners, while participants from the Philippines had the highest risk behaviour. Inconsistent condom use was significantly associated with belonging to a key population (drug user, sex worker or refugee subpopulation), not knowing that condoms are still needed if both partners are HIV positive, having a regular partner whose HIV status was either positive or unknown, having experienced physical assault and not receiving antiretroviral treatment.ConclusionsThis large seven-country study highlights a high prevalence of inconsistent condom use among PLHIV in the Asia-Pacific region. In addition to knowledge-imparting interventions, the adoption and expansion of the ‘Test and Treat’ strategy could help to maximise the prevention benefits of antiretroviral treatment.

Dispelling the myth: Exploring associations between the HPV vaccine and inconsistent condom use among college students

2016 ◽  
Vol 93 ◽  
pp. 147-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Coralia Vázquez-Otero ◽  
Erika L. Thompson ◽  
Ellen M. Daley ◽  
Stacey B. Griner ◽  
Rachel Logan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

scholarly journals Inconsistent Condom Use among Public Primary Care Patients with Tuberculosis in South Africa

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gladys Matseke ◽  
Karl Peltzer ◽  
Julia Louw ◽  
Pamela Naidoo ◽  
Gugu Mchunu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
The Past ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

The high rate of HIV infections among tuberculosis (TB) patients in South Africa calls for urgent HIV reduction interventions in this subpopulation. While correct and consistent condom use is one of the effective means of HIV prevention among sexually active people, there is insufficient research on condom use among TB patients in South Africa. The aim of this paper was to determine the prevalence of inconsistent condom use among public primary care TB patients and its associated factors using a sample of 4900 TB patients from a cross-sectional survey in three health districts in South Africa. Results indicated that when asked about their consistency of condom use in the past 3 months, 63.5% of the participants reported that they did not always use condoms. In the multivariable analysis, being married (OR=1.66; 95% CI 1.25–2.20) or cohabitating or separated, divorced, or widowed (OR=3.67; 1.85–7.29), lower educational level (OR=0.66; 0.46–0.94), greater poverty (OR=1.60; 1.25–2.20), not having HIV status disclosed (OR=0.34; 0.25–0.48), sexual partner on antiretroviral treatment (OR=0.38; 0.23–0.60), and partner alcohol use before sex (OR=1.56; 1.30–1.90) were significantly associated with inconsistent condom use in the past 3 months. The low proportion of consistent condom use among TB patients needs to be improved.

scholarly journals Applying the Behavioral Model for Vulnerable Populations to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Initiation Among Women Who Inject Drugs

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 486-492
Author(s):  
Marisa Felsher ◽  
Scarlett Bellamy ◽  
Brogan Piecara ◽  
Barbara Van Der Pol ◽  
Rose Laurano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Vulnerable Populations ◽  
Behavioral Model ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Women Who Inject Drugs ◽  
Exposure Prophylaxis ◽  
Gender Specific ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

This study used Behavioral Model for Vulnerable Populations (BMVP) to identify factors associated with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) initiation among women who inject drugs (WWID) when PrEP was offered at a syringe services program (SSP). Participants (n = 89) were WWID, $ge18 years, and eligible for PrEP. Most (69) initiated PrEP. Chi square and t tests were used to identify bivariate relationships between BMVP factors and PrEP initiation. A greater proportion of PrEP initiators (compared to non-initiators) reported sexual assault, frequent SSP attendance, earning $ge$5,000 annually and inconsistent condom use. Findings can inform the development of gender-specific strategies to promote PrEP among WWID.

scholarly journals “I enjoy sex more without condoms": revisiting barriers and facilitators of consistent condom use among adolescents and young adults in South Africa

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Ajayi ◽  
Olumuyiwa Omonaiye ◽  
Charlotte Nwogwugwu
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Young People ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Financial Support ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Partner Communication ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

Abstract Background Previous studies have examined consistent condom use correlates in South Africa, focusing on sociodemographic factors, HIV risk perceptions, relationship conflict, multiple sexual partners, and masculinity. However, the effect of family financial support, HIV testing, partner communication and self-efficacy for HIV prevention is less studied. We drew from a cross-sectional survey to address this gap and highlight the key barriers and facilitators of consistent condom use among young people. Methods We analysed data obtained from 631 unmarried sexually active male and females students selected using stratified sampling from a university in Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Consistent condom use was defined as regular use of condoms in all sexual encounters in the past year. We used an open-ended question to probe the reasons for inconsistent condom use. Adjusted and unadjusted regression analysis were fitted to examine factors associated with consistent condom use. Results The prevalence of consistent condom use was 39.3% (CI: 35.5%-43.2%), with no significant gender and age differences. After adjusting for relevant covariates, living with foster parents (AOR; 1.80 95% CI; 1.09-2.97), adequate family financial support (AOR; 2.49 95% CI; 1.71-3.62), partner knew status (AOR; 1.91 95% CI; 1.09-3.37) and feeling confident in one's ability to prevent HIV (AOR; 1.77 95% CI; 1.09-2.86) were associated with increased odds of consistent condom use. However, self-report of low condom self-efficacy (AOR; 0.58 95% CI; 0.40-0.85) and alcohol use (AOR; 0.83 95% CI; 0.58-1.19) were associated with lower odds of consistent condom use. Young people who inconsistently used condoms reiterated that sex is often unplanned and condoms are not always available. The desire for maximum pleasure, partner's objection, trust, and use of hormonal contraceptives were further reasons others inconsistently use condoms. Conclusions Inconsistent condom use remains a challenge among unmarried sexually active young people in South Africa. Education of young people on the need for partner communication about HIV, HIV testing uptake, and condom use should happen more rigorously in school and through the media to improve their consistent use of condoms.

scholarly journals Individual and contextual factors associated with sexual initiation among adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Milene Fontana Furlanetto ◽  
Dienifer Mattos Ghedin ◽  
Tonantzin Ribeiro Gonçalves ◽  
Angela Helena Marin
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Contextual Factors ◽  
Sexual Initiation ◽  
Family Characteristics ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

AbstractAdolescent sexual practices have been widely investigated as experiences that pose potential risks for health. The present study, therefore, aimed to investigate individual and contextual factors associated with sexual initiation, sexual activity before the age of 15 years, and inconsistent condom use. A total of 253 adolescents aged 11 to 18 years, from public schools in the capital and metropolitan region of Rio Grande do Sul, were interviewed. They answered a questionnaire covering sociodemographic data and sexual behaviors and completed the Perception of Family Support Inventory. The data were analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics and it was verified that both individual (higher level of education, school repetition, and use of licit and illicit substances) and contextual factors (perception of less affective-consistent support and greater autonomy from the family) were related to sexual initiation among adolescents. The associations found for the groups with sexual initiation before and after 15 years of age were similar, indicating that age did not increase the exposure to risks. Inconsistent condom use was related to the use of tobacco and other drugs. Taken together, the results indicated the co-occurrence of risk behaviors, such as sexual risks and substance abuse, as well as highlighting some family characteristics as protective factors.

Inconsistent Condom Use Among Non-Medical University Students in Iran

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Armita Shahesmaeili ◽  
Samira Hosseini-Hooshyar ◽  
Homeira Fallahi ◽  
Mohammad Karamouzian ◽  
Kianoush Kamali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Medical University ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

scholarly journals Effects of HIV-Related Discrimination on Psychosocial Syndemics and Sexual Risk Behavior among People Living with HIV

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 1924
Author(s):  
Randolph C. H. Chan ◽  
Don Operario ◽  
Winnie W. S. Mak
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

In the context of HIV-related stigma and discrimination, people living with HIV (PLHIV) might be vulnerable to a ‘syndemic’ of co-occurring psychosocial challenges that can affect sexual behavior. The present study examined how HIV-related discrimination contributes to co-occurring psychosocial syndemic problems and results in inconsistent condom use among PLHIV in Hong Kong. Two-hundred and ninety-one PLHIV were recruited to complete a self-report questionnaire. More than one-quarter of the sample experienced two or more psychosocial syndemic problems, and 74.1% of the participants who had sex with steady partners reported inconsistent condom use over the past three months. The results indicated that HIV-related discrimination was positively predictive of the number of psychosocial syndemic problems. HIV-related discrimination and psychosocial syndemics were associated with increased odds of inconsistent condom use with steady partners (AOR = 5.40 and AOR = 3.09 respectively). Findings from structural equation modeling showed that psychosocial syndemics mediated the effect of HIV-related discrimination on condom use consistency with steady partners. PLHIV in Hong Kong suffered from the syndemic effects of stigma, social isolation, and poor mental health, which rendered them vulnerable to condomless sex. In order to curb the rapidly increasing incidence of HIV, multi-level strategies should be adopted to concurrently address the structural inequities and psychosocial syndemics faced by PLHIV.

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