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Published in: AIDS and Behavior 11/2019

01-11-2019 | Human Immunodeficiency Virus | Original Paper

Willingness of MSM Living with HIV to Take Part in Video-Groups: Application of the Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model

Authors: DeAnne Turner, Elizabeth Lockhart, Stephanie L. Marhefka

Published in: AIDS and Behavior | Issue 11/2019

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Abstract

Group-based programs are important for the psychosocial care of people living with HIV; however, programs are often limited by geography and availability. Video-groups, conducted via group-based video-conferencing on video-phones or computer, offer the benefits of group-based programs while overcoming barriers to attendance. This study sought to explore if, and how, the Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model (TRAM) could be used to explain the willingness of men to take part in video-groups. The TRAM was used as the guiding framework for thematic qualitative analysis. Among 106 participants, there was a general willingness to participate in video-groups. TRAM constructs were present in the data—with perceived usefulness (extent that participating in a technology-based program would facilitate group intervention behaviors) and insecurity (distrust/skepticism of technology) emerging as the most salient themes. The TRAM alone did not account for concerns related to group settings or the level of privacy needed when talking about HIV.
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Metadata
Title
Willingness of MSM Living with HIV to Take Part in Video-Groups: Application of the Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model
Authors
DeAnne Turner
Elizabeth Lockhart
Stephanie L. Marhefka
Publication date
01-11-2019
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
AIDS and Behavior / Issue 11/2019
Print ISSN: 1090-7165
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3254
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-019-02534-4

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