HIV Stigma in Medical Settings
Start Date
29-4-2022 2:15 PM
Location
Alter Hall Poster Session 1 - 2nd floor
Abstract
HIV stigma is one of the biggest problems in our society for individuals living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV stigma are negative attitudes and beliefs towards people living with this disease and not only affects their mental health and self-esteem, but also their daily functioning in society . In this study, what is being explored is the relationship between HIV stigma in medical settings and client’s perception of their mental health and self-esteem. This is being explored because it is expected that medical professionals that are trained and educated are equipped to provide the necessary assurance and comfortability that their patients may not experience in society, but oftentimes patients may not feel comfortable confiding in their health provider on their questions and concerns. Ultimately, having an effect on the patients’ mental health and self-esteem. In this study, 10 clients at Caracole that receive mental health services and/or have dealt with mental health issues are being studied. The clients were asked a series of questions that pertained to their mental health status and self esteem. Caracole was chosen because this is an agency in Cincinnati that provides HIV prevention, testing services for the community and affordable housing & Case management for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. Research is still being continued, but so far from the data clients are rating highly in their mental health and self-esteem after meeting with their health care provider, and comfortability.
Keywords: HIV, HIV Stigma, Mental Health, Self-esteem, Medical Provider
HIV Stigma in Medical Settings
Alter Hall Poster Session 1 - 2nd floor
HIV stigma is one of the biggest problems in our society for individuals living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV stigma are negative attitudes and beliefs towards people living with this disease and not only affects their mental health and self-esteem, but also their daily functioning in society . In this study, what is being explored is the relationship between HIV stigma in medical settings and client’s perception of their mental health and self-esteem. This is being explored because it is expected that medical professionals that are trained and educated are equipped to provide the necessary assurance and comfortability that their patients may not experience in society, but oftentimes patients may not feel comfortable confiding in their health provider on their questions and concerns. Ultimately, having an effect on the patients’ mental health and self-esteem. In this study, 10 clients at Caracole that receive mental health services and/or have dealt with mental health issues are being studied. The clients were asked a series of questions that pertained to their mental health status and self esteem. Caracole was chosen because this is an agency in Cincinnati that provides HIV prevention, testing services for the community and affordable housing & Case management for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. Research is still being continued, but so far from the data clients are rating highly in their mental health and self-esteem after meeting with their health care provider, and comfortability.
Keywords: HIV, HIV Stigma, Mental Health, Self-esteem, Medical Provider
