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- The study explores how women in stable relationships accept their HIV diagnosis, focusing on their emotional and psychosocial experiences.
- Based on interviews with eight cisgender Portuguese women, it identifies four key themes related to their struggles with stigma, societal views, and changes in marital dynamics.
- The findings emphasize the need for targeted interventions that address both physical health and psychological support, highlighting the complexities of accepting an HIV diagnosis.
Article Abstract
The purpose of this phenomenological study is to explore the acceptance of HIV diagnosis of women in stable relationships. Based on eight semistructured interviews with cisgender Portuguese women, thematic analysis identified four interrelated themes that illustrated the emotional and psychosocial dynamics involved in this journey. Following an HIV diagnosis, participants grappled with complex emotions, societal perceptions, and the internalization of stigma. Marital relationships underwent profound changes, with trust breakdown and emotional distancing. Coping mechanisms ranged from seeking support to living in secrecy, which impacted psychological well-being. Acceptance of HIV diagnosis is influenced by self-stigmatization, societal perceptions of HIV, and gender dynamics. The findings contribute to the development of tailored interventions, emphasizing the interconnected nature of physical and psychological well-being in the diagnosis acceptance process.
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