Perceived Stigma and Its Association with Gender and Disclosure Status among People Living with HIV/AIDS and Attending Antiretroviral Therapy Clinics in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Chalachew Kassaw Demoze Daniel Sisay Ephrem Awulachew Habtamu Endashaw Hareru

Published in: AIDS research and treatment (2022)

In this study, half of the participants encountered stigma. There was no statistically significant correlation between gender difference, disclosure status, and the perception of stigma. To address the mental and psychological issues of people living with HIV/AIDS, it is necessary to look into other factors that influence perceived stigma. It is recommended to screen for and treat perceived stigma with prompt examination and follow-up.

Keyphrases

hiv aids
antiretroviral therapy
mental health
social support
hiv infected
human immunodeficiency virus
hiv positive
depressive symptoms
hiv infected patients
mental illness
physical activity
primary care
sleep quality
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