| Stigma in the HIV/AIDS epidemic: a review of the literature and recommendations for the way forward. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 18641472 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Although stigma is considered a major barrier to effective responses to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, stigma reduction efforts are relegated to the bottom of AIDS programme priorities. The complexity of HIV/AIDS-related stigma is often cited as a primary reason for the limited response to this pervasive phenomenon. In this paper, we systematically review the scientific literature on HIV/AIDS-related stigma to document the current state of research, identify gaps in the available evidence and highlight promising strategies to address stigma. We focus on the following key challenges: defining, measuring and reducing HIV/AIDS-related stigma as well as assessing the impact of stigma on the effectiveness of HIV prevention and treatment programmes. Based on the literature, we conclude by offering a set of recommendations that may represent important next steps in a multifaceted response to stigma in the HIV/AIDS epidemic. |
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Authors:
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Anish P Mahajan; Jennifer N Sayles; Vishal A Patel; Robert H Remien; Sharif R Sawires; Daniel J Ortiz; Greg Szekeres; Thomas J Coates |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: AIDS (London, England) Volume: 22 Suppl 2 ISSN: 1473-5571 ISO Abbreviation: AIDS Publication Date: 2008 Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2008-07-21 Completed Date: 2008-09-24 Revised Date: 2010-09-21 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8710219 Medline TA: AIDS Country: England |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: S67-79 Citation Subset: IM; X |
Affiliation:
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UCLA Program in Global Health, University of California, Los Angeles, California 90024, USA. AnishMahajan@mednet.ucla.edu |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Attitude of Health Personnel Female HIV Infections / drug therapy, prevention & control*, transmission Humans Male Patient Acceptance of Health Care* Pregnancy Prejudice* Risk-Taking Social Alienation Stereotyping |
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ID/Acronym/Agency:
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P30 MH043520-219014/MH/NIMH NIH HHS |
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