Overview
To develop, assess and compare the effectiveness of a Motivational Interviewing Intervention for increasing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Latino Men Who Have Sex With Men (MSM) in Puerto Rico.
Eligibility
Latino MSM group - Inclusion Criteria:
- Biological male
- Age 21 or older
- Self-reported HIV negative or unknown status
- Not using PrEP (participants who have discontinued PrEP use can participate in the study), Spanish fluency (ability to write and read in Spanish)
- Presenting at least one of the eligibility criteria for PrEP as established by the CDC (including men who have had an infection (STI) in the past 6 months, HIV positive sexual partner)
- Access to a portable technology device (e.g., phone, tablet, laptop) or desktop computer access to internet connection
Exclusion Criteria:
- HIV positive individual
- Evidence of being under the effects of alcohol or drugs
- Indication of unstable or serious psychiatric symptoms
- Evidence of major cognitive impairment
- Inability to speak and read in Spanish
Healthcare Providers group - Inclusion Criteria:
- Age 21 or older
- Providing PrEP related health services at time of enrollment (e.g., case management, clinical services)
- Spanish fluency (ability to write and read in Spanish)
Exclusion Criteria:
- Evidence of being under the effects of alcohol or drugs
- Indication of unstable or serious psychiatric symptoms
- Evidence of major cognitive impairment
- Inability to speak and read in Spanish