Turkish validity and reliability of the Internalized AIDS-Related Stigma Scale.

PURPOSE This study was conducted methodologically to adapt the Internalized AIDS-Related Stigma Scale (IA-RSS) to Turkish society. DESIGN AND METHODS: The universe of the study consisted of 250 people who were treated in the infectious diseases outpatient clinic. A total of 60 individuals living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) composed the sample. The Individual Information Form and IA-RSS were used for data collection. FINDINGS All the statistical procedures performed in the validity and reliability stages of the study show that the scale is a valid, reliable measurement tool for the Turkish culture. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: The Turkish version of the IA-RSS was determined as a valid and reliable screening tool that measures internal stigmatization in living with HIV.