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|a Perceived social support and optimism : factors that influence disclosure, quality of life and adherence among HIV infected Haitian women |h [electronic resource]. |
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|a Miami, Fla. : |b Barry University, |c 2009. |
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|a Barry University Theses -- College of Arts and Sciences – Psychology. |
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|a Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2009. |
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|a Includes bibliographical references (leaves 42-47). |
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|a Copyright Jinia Williams. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder. |
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|a Being infected with HIV presents a unique challenge for women. Women infected with HIV completed questionnaires on disclosure patterns, perceived social support, levels of optimism, quality of life and adherence to medical treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate specific psychological factors that are associated with disclosure patterns and medical adherence among Haitian women who are HIV positive. The following was hypothesized: Individuals with higher levels of perceived social support and optimism will be more likely to disclose their HIV status; Individuals with higher levels of perceived social support and optimism will report a better quality of life; Individuals with higher levels of disclosure will also report a better quality of life; Individuals with higher levels of perceived social support and optimism are more likely to adhere to medical treatment; and Individuals with higher levels of adherence will report better quality of life. The participants consisted of 20 HIV infected Haitian women who were aware of their status. |
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|a Electronic reproduction. |c Barry University, |d 2020. |f (Barry University Digital Collections) |n Mode of access: World Wide Web. |n System requirements: Internet connectivity; Web browser software. |
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|a Barry University Archives and Special Collections. |
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|a HIV infections |x Diagnosis |x Social aspects. |
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|a HIV-positive women |x United States. |
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|a Barry University Digital Collections. |
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|a Theses and Dissertations. |
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|u http://sobekcmsrv.barrynet.barry.edu/AA00001424/00001 |y Click here for full text |
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