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Stigma of People with HIV/AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Literature Review
Borne, B. Van Den; Mbonu, N. C; Vries, N. K. De.
  • Borne, B. Van Den; s.af
  • Mbonu, N. C; s.af
  • Vries, N. K. De; s.af
Article in English | AIM | ID: biblio-1263692
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ABSTRACT
The aim of this literature review is to elucidate what is known about HIV/AIDS and stigma in Sub-Saharan Africa. Literature about HIV/AIDS and stigma in Sub-Saharan Africa was systematically searched in Pubmed; Medscape; and Psycinfo up to March 31; 2009. No starting date limit was specified. The material was analyzed using Gilmore and Somerville's (1994) four processes of stigmatizing responses the definition of the problem HIV/AIDS; identification of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA); linking HIV/AIDS to immorality and other negative characteristics; and finally behavioural consequences of stigma (distancing; isolation; ination in care). It was found that the cultural construction of HIV/AIDS; based on beliefs about contamination; sexuality; and religion; plays a crucial role and contributes to the strength of distancing reactions and discrimination in society. Stigma prevents the delivery of effective social and medical care (including taking antiretroviral therapy) and also enhances the number of HIV infections. More qualitative studies on HIV/AIDS stigma including stigma in health care institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa are recommended
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Full text: Available Index: AIM (Africa) Main subject: Stereotyping / HIV Infections / Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Review Type of study: Prognostic study / Qualitative research Language: English Journal: J. trop. med. (Lond. Online) Year: 2011 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: AIM (Africa) Main subject: Stereotyping / HIV Infections / Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Review Type of study: Prognostic study / Qualitative research Language: English Journal: J. trop. med. (Lond. Online) Year: 2011 Type: Article