Health Psychology: Theory, Research and Practice
Sixth Edition
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
- Describe the nature and causes of the most highly stigmatised conditions of modern times, HIV-seropositivity, and AIDS
- Discuss the main risk factors and at-risk groups
- Discuss the psychosocial issues of people living with HIV infection/AIDS and of caring for someone with the condition, and interventions
- Discuss stigmatisation from the viewpoint of the socio-cognitive and structural approaches
- Understand the major challenges for the care of people living with HIV and AIDS