Table 1.

Factor loadings for two stigma scales

Survey question	Factor loading	α
Factor 1: Internalized PrEP stigma (sample units = 623)		0.811
I feel ashamed of using PrEP	0.824
I feel embarrassed about using PrEP	0.859
I do not feel empowered to use PrEP	0.556
Factor 2: Anticipated PrEP stigma (sample units = 623)		0.777
I think people will give me a hard time (such as make fun of me, or talk badly about me) if I tell them I am taking PrEP	0.979
I think people will judge me negatively if I take PrEP	0.721
I think I am at greater risk for physical violence or rape if I take PrEP	0.424
Eliminated
People will think I am behaving responsibly by taking PrEP	− 0.223