Open AccessLeveraging Social Networks and Technology for HIV Prevention and Treatment With Transgender Women
Author(s) -
Ian W. Holloway,
Sid P. Jordan,
Shan Dunlap,
Amy E. Ritterbusch,
Cathy J. Reback
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
aids education and prevention
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.309
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1943-2755
pISSN - 0899-9546
DOI - 10.1521/aeap.2020.32.2.83
Subject(s) - psychological intervention , transgender , health care , qualitative research , health promotion , social support , population , focus group , medicine , gerontology , public health , psychology , public relations , nursing , family medicine , business , sociology , social psychology , environmental health , political science , gender studies , marketing , social science , law
Transgender women (“trans women”) are disproportionately impacted by HIV; yet there are few interventions tailored for trans women. This study employed qualitative methods to better understand how trans women's social networks and technology-based networking platforms may be leveraged in developing health promotion strategies for this high-priority population. Qualitative data from five focus groups (N = 39) revealed three key themes: (1) Social network structure and composition; (2) Technology use patterns; and (3) Accessing transgender health resources online. Participants used technology to establish affiliation with other trans women, build networks of support, and exchange health information and advice. Policymakers and practitioners can invest in the knowledge and expertise of trans women in using technology to organize health resources and support the development of peer-led, technology-based HIV prevention and care interventions.
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