HIV stigma refers to irrational or negative attitudes, behaviors, and judgments towards people living with or at risk of HIV. It can negatively affect the health and well-being of people living with HIV by discouraging some individuals from learning their HIV status, accessing treatment, or staying in care. HIV stigma can also affect those at risk of HIV by discouraging them from seeking HIV prevention tools and testing, and from talking openly with their sex partners about safer sex options. Read more on this webpage.
Audiences:
Educators
Focus Area:
HIV and AIDS
Subjects:
HIV
Publication Date:
2022
Format:
Webpage
Last Updated Date:
Publication ID:
365485