Publication Date
Spring 5-6-2013
Research Design
Mixed-method
Abstract and Research Question
What are the factors and barriers that lead to levels of adherence for those receiving treatment for those in the HIV/AIDS community through AIDS Project Worcester?
Over the last few decades, the HIV/AIDS epidemic has undergone a visible shift. In particular, the demographics of HIV/AIDS infected persons have transitioned from mostly gay affluent, white males to women and men of various minority populations with lower resources and socioeconomic statuses. This trend has also been true for the Worcester community. Based in Worcester, Massachusetts, this research project seeks to identify patterns between the recent change in client demographics and the relation between client adherence at AIDS Project Worcester (APW). A group of student researchers from Clark University examined the barriers to complete adherence within HIV positive clients at APW. Qualitative research within APW revealed that self-efficacy combined with the ability and knowledge to navigate the mechanics of the health care system are the necessary antidote for clients to achieve 100% adherence.
Keywords
AIDS, AIDS Project Worcester, APW, Worcester, Health Care, Treatment
Did the research upon which this submission is based involve human subjects/participants?
Yes
If yes, did the research receive Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval?
Yes
When did the project/research take place?
01/13-05/13
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Sarkis, Marianne M.; Dnahue, Abby; Osei-Owusu, Jacqueline; Yi Koay, Shan; Baum, Maya; Shayo, Anna; and Major, Amanda, "Factors Influencing Medical Adherence of Clients in AIDS Project Worcester" (2013). Local Knowledge: Worcester Area Community-Based Research. 18.
https://commons.clarku.edu/localknowledge/18
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