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Tackling HIV Stigma, What Works?
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A myHIVteam Member

I know for me, the "stigma" associated with HIV today is different than it was 30yrs ago. I can remember not being able to use utensils,(fork, spoon, knife) i was given plasticware, at… read more

When Do You Tell Someone Your Status?
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I have so much stigma in my head about how hiv was. I remember in the 90s how horrible it was. I know it’s much more manageable now. Just can’t seem to work past all my old stigmas

A myHIVteam Member

Depends. It’s your choice

How Do You Deal With HIV Stigma Now Versus Before? Women Especially, Do You Get A Lot Of Stigma?
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I'm in those and if I disconnect without thinking about it

En esas ando y si me desconecto sin pensarlo

What Do You Think Needs To Happen To Reduce The Stigma Around HIV/AIDS?
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A myHIVteam Member

Knowledge, Education,
Instead of ppl running from Hiv/Aids learn from it,
One Day They Might Find Themselves In The Same Place And Learning From It They Would've Understand Better Blessings 😇

What Does The Word, " STIGMA " Mean To You And How Would You Like To See It Change?
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For me the stigma will be always around because people are not educated enough, I think it should be taught in school when I was I. School they didn't have hiv they just talk about stds , but I… read more

Has Hiv-related Stigma Ever Adversely Affected Your Dating Life Or Sexual Relationships?
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I was dating a guy with HSV. So we both had something to disclose. He was ultimately looking to find some with HSV.
He's good for advice on dating for me.

I'm I The Only One Who Feels Openly Speaking About HIV/AIDS Would Make A Huge Difference In People's Perspectives Over It??
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I mean HIV/AIDS isn't as bad as most people describe it,but how will they know if we HIV positive people are afraid of spreading the information.I feel if the world gets to see it as normal(how healthy we are despite living with the virus),I think that will leave them with nothing to 'finger-point' at😌
Being HIV positive isn't a sin nor a burden,so let's paint a beautiful and bright picture together for the world to see, instead of us just meeting in the dark because we fear judgement. I feel… read more

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I agree. Visibility is the enemy of stigma. I can live “out” without concerns, but unfortunately some can’t.

How Did People Treat You Once You Told Them You Have HIV?
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I alwys felt uncomfortable, because everyone would gather and i feel terrible sitting around people that speak negatively , sometimes when im in a taxi and i hear people talking about A.i.ds and H.i.v… read more

How Can You Handle Your Mood With A Diagnosis In Which Many Are Rejected?
Cómo Se Puede Manejar , El Estado De Ánimo, Con Un Diagnóstico En El Cual Muchos Son Rechazados
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What Can The HIV+ Gay Community And The HIV+ Straight Community Do Together, To Fight The Stigma Of HIV Altogether?
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Some people are ignorant of the facts. We can't allow the thoughts of uninformed people to break us down. Let's support each other and most importantly support ourselves. We are human with feelings… read more