Fear, Shame, And Isolation In Women Newly Diagnosed With HIV: Immediate Support Is Key

Anxiety, shame, fear, and stigma are all part of the lived experiences of women newly diagnosed with HIV, their families, and even their children, according to a review published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Women also experience rejection from friends, family, and health care institutions as a result of their diagnosis. Although these insights were gained from studies conducted in low- and middle-income Asian countries, the authors argue that… read more