Measurement Core

GOAL

To address gaps in understanding stigma’s impact on HIV outcomes and mental health, particularly in underrepresented populations, by using rigorous, mixed-methods approaches.

 

SPECIFIC AIMS

Aim 1: To expand the rigorous development, adaptation, and validation of measures of stigma processes occurring at multiple socioecological levels related to diverse identities, behaviors, and conditions relevant to HIV research.

Aim 2: To promote the use of validated stigma and mental health scales in epidemiologic and intervention HIV research.

Aim 3: To support the development of analytic skills for characterizing the complexities of the interrelationships between stigma, mental health and HIV related outcomes.

REQUEST FREE SERVICES

  • Advanced analytics support through consulting and mentoring services
  • Access to a stigma measurement library of attribute-specific and intersectional stigmas
  • Directed mentorship program for early-stage investigators