Adaptation of the HIV Stigma Scale in Spaniards with HIV.

The primary goal of this study was to adapt Berger, Ferrans, & Lahley (2001) HIV Stigma Scale in Spain, using Bunn, Solomon, Miller, & Forehand (2007) version. A second goal assessed whether the four-factor structure of the adapted scale could be explained by two higher-order dimensions, perceived external stigma and internalized stigma. A first qualitative study (N = 40 people with HIV, aged 28-59) was used to adapt the items and test content validity.

Enacted and internalized stigma and quality of life among people with HIV: the role of group identity.

Purpose: This study analyzes the mediating role of social identity in the relationship between enacted stigma and internalized stigma and quality of life of people with HIV.

Methods: A total of 557 people with HIV participated in this study. Participants were recruited from hospitals and non-governmental organizations.