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Along with the distress associated with the diagnosis of a
life-threatening disease, individuals with HIV also face huge
social challenges based on reactions to their disease by other
individuals and society. While there are numerous books covering
research on risk of HIV infection and attitudes about the disease,
limited empirical research on the social interaction process in
coping with HIV exists. Carefully edited, HIV and Social
Interaction explores the seropositive personAEs relationships with
family, friends, intimate partners, and other members of his or her
social network. The contributors present original theoretical
models and research, derived from psychology and communication.
Written with clarity, HIV and Social Interaction indicates how
being HIV positive influences an individualAEs social interactions
as well as interpersonal relationships. Chapters include the
following topics: + The stigmatization of HIV and AIDS + Weighing
the benefits and risks of self-disclosure about the HIV diagnosis +
Accessing, finding, and maintaining quality social support + The
value of group residence facilities for persons with AIDS + The
effects of HIV on intimate relationships + The impact on volunteers
who provide assistance to persons with AIDS In addition, the
chapter authors discuss implications of their work for
interventions and assisting HIV positive individuals, members of
their social networks, health providers, and social services
providers. A deeper understanding of these and related issues is
vital for the comprehensive and empathetic delivery of services by
healthcare professionals. HIV and Social Interaction is equally
important for social scientists, students, as well as persons who
are HIV-positive and anyone within their social network.
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