McQueen A, Shacham E, Sumner W, Overton ET. Beliefs, experience, and interest in pharmacotherapy among smokers with HIV.
Am J Health Behav 2014;
38:284-96. [PMID:
24629557 DOI:
10.5993/ajhb.38.2.14]
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES
To examine beliefs, prior use, and interest in using pharmacotherapy among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA).
METHODS
Cross-sectional survey of smokers in a midwestern HIV clinic.
RESULTS
The sample (N = 146) included 69% men, 82% African Americans, 45% were in precontemplation for quitting, and 46% were interested in using pharmacotherapy. Primary reasons for non-use included cost and a belief that they would be able to quit on their own. Physician assistance was the strongest correlate of prior use. Perceived benefits and self-efficacy were the strongest correlates of willingness to use pharmacotherapy.
CONCLUSIONS
Future interventions should address misconceptions, perceived benefits, and self-efficacy for using cessation aids. Physicians should offer pharmacotherapy to all smokers.
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