A dynamic model of client recruitment and retention in community-based HIV prevention programs.
The study used system dynamics modeling computer simulations to gain a better understanding of the process of delivering small-group, evidence-based HIV prevention programs in the community and to explore implications for public health practice. A model was developed to explain provider-reported challenges associated with recruiting, retaining, and graduating people from small-group workshop programs. The model simulations revealed the difficulty in sustaining high rates of recruitment and retention in small-group programs over time. The model simulations provided insight into what processes may lead to suboptimal numbers of people being recruited and positively influenced by these programs.
Miller
Robin Lin
RL
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA. mill1493@msu.edu
Levine
Ralph L
RL
McNall
Miles A
MA
Khamarko
Kevin
K
Valenti
Maria Teresa
MT