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Document 0663
DOCN M94A0663
TI Personal relationships and HIV/AIDS.
DT 9412
AU O'Loughlin B; Cannold L; Hickman B; McLean S; Woolcock G
SO Annu Conf Australas Soc HIV Med. 1993 Oct 28-30;5:51 (abstract no. FP1).
Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE ASHM5/94348992
AB AIM: To investigate ramifications of HIV/AIDS upon relationship networks
and the role of these relationships in developing meaning and coping
mechanisms for living with HIV/AIDS. METHODOLOGY: Semi-structured
interviews with fifteen gay men. Thematic content analysis used on
transcribed tapes. RESULTS: A significant number of men identified life
as meaningful and satisfying, with relationships a dominant feature and
arguably the most powerful factor in developing coping capacities.
HIV/AIDS diagnosis was often a catalyst for reshaping attitudes to
intimacy. Family relationships are complicated by existing family
systems and the men's homosexuality, internalised homophobia, and issues
of affirmation of identity and place in family. Personal relationships
become a significant indicator in furthering understanding about the
nature of denial in response to being diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. Quality
relationships with doctors are seen as important factors. Participants
vary in their involvement and interest in AIDS service organisations.
DE Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PSYCHOLOGY Adaptation,
Psychological Adult Denial (Psychology) Family/PSYCHOLOGY
Homosexuality/PSYCHOLOGY Human HIV Infections/*PSYCHOLOGY
*Interpersonal Relations Male Personality Assessment Sick Role
*Social Support MEETING ABSTRACT
SOURCE: National Library of Medicine. NOTICE: This material may be
protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).