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Using Behavioral Economics to Support PrEP Adherence for HIV Prevention.
Unmesha Roy Paladhi1,2, David A Katz3, Carey Farquhar4,3,5
1Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, University of Washington, UW Box # 351619, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA. uroy@uw.edu.
Current HIV/AIDS Reports
|August 31, 2022
Summary
Behavioral economics can improve pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) use. Financial incentives show promise for PrEP initiation and adherence, but long-term effects require further study.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Economics
- HIV Prevention
Background:
- Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is crucial for HIV prevention.
- Behavioral economics (BE) offers insights into improving PrEP uptake and adherence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore BE mechanisms impacting PrEP initiation and adherence.
- To review current BE interventions for HIV prevention.
- To generate novel intervention ideas for PrEP use.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on BE principles and PrEP.
- Analysis of studies using financial incentives for PrEP.
- Identification of gaps in current BE intervention research.
Main Results:
- Limited research exists on BE interventions for PrEP initiation and adherence.
- Financial incentives show potential but have mixed long-term results.
- Key populations are receptive to monetary incentives for PrEP.
Conclusions:
- Further research is needed to test BE concepts for PrEP.
- Developing non-incentive-based strategies is essential for PrEP adherence.
- Behavioral economics can enhance HIV prevention efforts.
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