Coding scheme and frequencies
| Sub-code | Number of videos (n=63) | |
|---|---|---|
| Motivations for disclosure (not mutually exclusive) | HSV is manageable | 25 |
| Disclosure is consistent with values (eg, honesty, love) | 14 | |
| Directed/commanded without rationale | 12 | |
| Shouldn't have secrets | 4 | |
| To avoid being ‘Outed’ | 3 | |
| No code | 17 | |
| Strategy and logistics of disclosure (not mutually exclusive) | Direct communication | 37 |
| Private place | 33 | |
| Indirect communication | 27 | |
| Considerate of partner reaction | 6 | |
| Recommends practicing disclosure | 6 | |
| Recommends staying calm | 2 | |
| No code | 4 | |
| Timing and context of disclosure (mutually exclusive) within a relationship type (indiscriminate, just sexual, dating) | Emphasis on before physical intimacy | 13 |
| Emphasis on as soon as diagnosed | 10 | |
| Emphasis on after physical intimacy | 4 | |
| In context of relationship, timing unclear | 21 | |
| As the relationship progressed | 6 | |
| No code | 9 |
HSV, herpes simplex viruses.