Introduction Self-stigma—negative self-judgements or core beliefs—can result in feelings of
shame, worthlessness and self-blame, and impacts social interaction, mental health and …

Introduction Self-stigma–negative self-judgements resulting in shame, worthlessness and
self-blame–may play a crucial role in emotional reactions and cause emotional distress …

Background HIV-related self-stigma is a significant barrier to HIV management. However,
very little research has explored this phenomenon, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. This …

Objectives The primary objective of this uncontrolled pilot study was to examine the potential
role of the IBSR intervention in helping people living with HIV to overcome self-stigma and …

PRINCIPLES: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) related self-stigma--negative self-
judgements resulting in shame, worthlessness and self-blame-negatively influences access …

Background Self-stigma, also known as internalised stigma, is a global public health threat
because it keeps people from accessing HIV and other health services. By hampering HIV …

Abstract Background Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is heavily burdened by HIV, with 85% of the
global new infections among adolescents happening in the region. With advances in …

Treatment among pYLHIV focuses on their physical health. However, they also experience
depression and anxiety, compounded by developmental challenges and the stress of …

This study examined the relationships between perceived public stigma, experienced
stigma, and quality of life in people living with HIV (PLHIV), and whether self-stigma …

HIV-related stigma creates barriers to HIV testing, medication adherence, and retention in
care. Guided by the principles of community-based participatory research (CBPR) and in …