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Abstract:
Few studies have examined perceived social support among the subgroup of the HIV population that struggles with adherence to HIV care and treatment. A secondary analysis from 2 HIV medication adherence intervention studies was conducted using a mixed method design. Participants were not taking HIV medications as prescribed or had fallen out of HIV care. Two major themes emerged from the qualitative data analysis: extreme isolation and constant turmoil. Overall social support scores were low, as measured by the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey. Convergent qualitative data excerpt corresponded with low scores on every dimension of the Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey. Findings from our study indicate that adults living with HIV who struggled with taking HIV medications lacked social support in many areas of their lives. Interventions that focus on perceptions of available social support may be helpful for individuals with ongoing HIV medication adherence challenges.
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