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Aboriginal Youth Experiences of Accessing HIV Care and Treatment

Journal of HIV/AIDS and Social Services, ISSN: 1538-151X, Vol: 10, Issue: 4, Page: 395-413
2011
  • 15
    Citations
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    Usage
  • 43
    Captures
  • 0
    Mentions
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    Social Media
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  • Citations
    15
    • Citation Indexes
      14
    • Policy Citations
      1
      • 1
  • Captures
    43

Article Description

The purpose of this community-based research was to examine the experiences of Canadian Aboriginal youth regarding accessing HIV testing and care services. We used a mixed method exploratory research design; 413 participants completed a self-administered survey and 25 youth participated in in-depth semistructured interviews. Findings reported here are from the 26 survey participants (12.4%) and nine interview participants (28.9%) who self-reported being positive for HIV. Results of this study suggest that some Aboriginal youth do not test for HIV until late in the course of their disease, and once diagnosed, a significant number of youth delay accessing care. Support from friends, family, and others is an important motivator for youth to initiate care and treatment. Integrated, comprehensive, youth-friendly, and culturally safe services are important to keep youth in care. © 2011 Copyright Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.

Bibliographic Details

Tracey Prentice; Judy Mill; Susan Sommerfeldt; Chris P. Archibald; Tom Wong; Catherine Worthington; Randy Jackson

Informa UK Limited

Social Sciences; Medicine

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