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Telenursing’s Role in Supporting Mental Health and Therapy Adherence for MSM with HIV: “I Feel Calmer Because Someone Listens”

Authors
Endah Sri Wahyuni1, *, Eti Poncorini Pamungkasari2, Veronika Ika Budiastuti2
1Universitas Aisyiyah Surakarta, Surakarta, Central Java, 57126, Indonesia
2Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Central Java, 57126, Indonesia
*Corresponding author. Email: endah@aiska-university.ac.id
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Endah Sri Wahyuni
Available Online 3 July 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-760-1_9How to use a DOI?
Keywords
telenursing; mental health; treatment adherence; PLHIV; MSM; HIV
Abstract

People Living with HIV (PLHIV), particularly among Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) in Indonesia, face significant mental health challenges, primarily due to social stigma and discrimination. Telenursing, utilizing common communication media like WhatsApp and telephone calls, has become an alternative for remote health support that can aid in enhancing mental health and adherence to treatment among PLHIV MSM. This study employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method, involving 9 participants. In-depth interviews were conducted to explore the participants’ experiences with mental health support and treatment adherence through remote communication Telenursing support was shown to provide a safe space for PLHIV MSM to express their feelings without fear of stigma. Additionally, participants reported increased motivation to adhere to antiretroviral (ARV) therapy due to the responsive, non- discriminatory nature of the telenursing support. Telenursing that utilizes common communication applications is an effective approach to support the mental health and treatment adherence of PLHIV MSM, especially for those facing limited access to direct healthcare services. It is recommended that healthcare provider training and collaboration with community groups be strengthened to expand the inclusivity and reach of these services.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd Lawang Sewu International Symposium on Medical and Health Sciences (LEWIS-MHS 2024)
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Advances in Health Sciences Research
Publication Date
3 July 2025
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978-94-6463-760-1
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2468-5739
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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