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EXPLORING SELF-EFFICACY AND PERCEIVED HIV RISK AMONG SOCIOECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED HISPANIC MEN
Christine Sullivan1, Ferrer L Lilian2, Lisette V Irarrázabal2
1Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.
Horizonte De Enfermeria
|September 18, 2018
Summary
This review highlights that higher self-efficacy and perceived risk are crucial for safe sexual practices among men. These factors are key for effective HIV prevention interventions in Chile.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- HIV prevalence disproportionately affects men in Chile, with sexual contact as the primary transmission route (99%).
- Effective HIV prevention necessitates high sexual self-efficacy and perceived risk of infection among men.
- Limited research exists on these psychological variables in relation to HIV prevention strategies for men.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on self-efficacy and perceived HIV risk among Hispanic men.
- To inform the development of future HIV prevention interventions targeting Chilean men.
- To identify key themes influencing sexual health behaviors in this population.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across three databases.
- Keywords related to self-efficacy, perceived risk, and HIV prevention were utilized.
- A total of 34 articles focusing on Hispanic men were analyzed for relevant themes.
Main Results:
- Major themes identified include substance use, condom use, cultural norms, communication, negotiation, and homonegativity.
- Studies suggest a positive relationship between self-efficacy and perceived HIV risk.
- Evidence supports the potential for interventions targeting low socioeconomic status Chilean males.
Conclusions:
- Self-efficacy and perceived risk are integral components for future HIV prevention interventions.
- Further research is needed to strengthen the evidence base for these psychological factors.
- Interventions should consider cultural norms and behavioral determinants in HIV prevention strategies.
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