Objectives Eighty-two percent of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)–positive adolescents
live in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Despite the availability of antiretroviral therapy (ART) …

The past two decades have witnessed dramatic reductions in HIV-related morbidity and
mortality following the introduction of combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) for infants …

This study examines a proposed theoretical model examining the interrelationships between
stigma, disclosure, coping, and medication adherence among 158 HIV-infected patients on …

Introduction: As adolescents living with HIV gain autonomy over their self-care and begin to
engage in sexual relationships, their experiences of being informed about their HIV status …

Introduction HIV stigma is a contributing factor to poor patient outcomes. Although HIV
stigma has been documented, its impact on patient well-being in the southern US is not well …

Self-disclosure of HIV serostatus by youth has been considered an essential component of
HIV prevention and medication adherence efforts. Therefore, a comprehensive investigation …

Adolescents living with HIV comprise a significant patient population in sub Saharan Africa
but are poorly retained in care with consequent increased mortality and morbidity. We …

This paper examines youth's disclosure experiences within the context of chronic illness,
drawing on examples from IN• GAUGE, an on-going research program led by Dr. Roberta L …

Disclosure of HIV serostatus to sexual partners is mandated within certain states in the
United States and other countries. Despite these laws implemented and public health efforts …

Background Understanding the circumstances of adolescents living with HIV is critical in
designing adolescent-friendly services that will facilitate successful transition from pediatric …