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Social support networks of people recently diagnosed with HIV in Queensland: A qualitative study

Year: 2020

Type: dissertation

Abstract: With widespread treatment, HIV is now considered a chronic, manageable condition, yet little is known of the social networks that support people living with HIV (PLHIV) to transition toward self-management. Using a person-centred, qualitative social network approach, this study examined the role, characteristics and evolution of social support networks from the perspective of PLHIV and key support providers in Queensland, Australia. Beyond treatment and monitoring, HIV self-management involves negotiating disclosures and navigating stigma. Alongside biomedical interventions, facilitating recently diagnosed PLHIV to develop strong and sustainable personal support networks, including linkage with peers, is an important aspect of contemporary HIV care.

Source: QUT ePrints (Queensland University of Technology)

Authors: Hollingdrake, Olivia, Fitzgerald, Lisa, Dean, Judith A., Mutch, Allyson, Lui, Chi-Wai

Institution: Metro North Hospital and Health Service

Language: English

Topic: HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7015316684

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