Exploring the narratives of HIV status disclosure by people living with HIV: The social constructionist approach
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Authors
Laka, Thelonius
Issue Date
2019-01
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
HIV/AIDS , HIV positive , Significant others , HIV disclosure , PLWHA , Discrimination , Stigma
Alternative Title
Abstract
This research focused on the experiences of HIV disclosure to significant others amongst people living with HIV. The aim of the research was to explore how people living with HIV experience disclosure of their HIV positive status to their significant others. The social constructionist perspective was utilized to gain a deeper understanding of the experience of HIV positive status disclosure to significant others. The study’s sample comprised of five participants who were recruited using purposive sampling strategy. Data was collected with using face to face semi structured interviews. Themes were extracted and analysed using thematic content analysis. An analysis was made as to whom participants choose to disclose to, the reaction of the people they disclosed to, as well as their reasons for disclosing. Results were reported as the participants’ experiences and noted as is or unadulterated.