The Correlation between Stigma and Family Acceptance with Religiosity of PLWH MSM in Medan, Indonesia

Abstract

Abstract There are several factors related to religiosity of PLWH MSM in Medan. This study aimed to identify the correlation between stigma and family acceptance with religiosity of PLWH MSM in Medan. This cross-sectional study applied purposive sampling technique and involved 175 samples from H. Adam Malik Public Central Hospital, Medan Pirngadi Hospital, Padang Bulan and Teladan Public Health Centers. The data was analyzed using the multiple logistic regression technique. Bivariate analysis showed a significant correlation between stigma along with family acceptance with religiosity of PLWH MSM in Medan (p = 0.005; α = 0.005).