The role of the family as a support system for people with AIDS. NLM AIDSLINE Important note: Information in this article was accurate in 1993. The state of the art may have changed since the publication date.

Click here to return to AIDSLINE main menu
DonateNow
Print this Article


The role of the family as a support system for people with AIDS.

Nurse Pract Forum. 1991 Jun;2(2):134-6. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE MED/93005902
Wright F

Abstract: Family members, including family of origin and family of choice, are essential components of the PWA's support system. Family support is important in all high-risk groups, including gay men, IVDUs, and HIV-positive mothers and children. Before family members can be supportive, fear of infection and homophobia must be addressed. As the primary care provider, the NP can mobilize the resources to support family members, including emotional support from professionals and peers, education, and respite care.
Keywords: Attitude to Health Family/*PSYCHOLOGY Human HIV Infections/*PSYCHOLOGY *HIV-1 Role *Social Support JOURNAL ARTICLEKWDattitudetohealthfamily/KWDpsychologyhumanhivinfections/KWDpsychologyKWDhiv-1roleKWDsocialsupportjournalarticle
930130
M9311167

Copyright © 1993 - National Library of Medicine. Reproduced under license with the National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, MD.

AEGiS is a 501(c)3, not-for-profit, tax-exempt, educational corporation. AEGiS is made possible through unrestricted funding from Boehringer Ingelheim, Bridgestone/Firestone Charitable Trust, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Elton John AIDS Foundation, Gill Foundation, the National Library of Medicine, Quest Diagnostics, Roche and Trimeris, and donations from users like you. Always watch for outdated information. This article first appeared in 1993. This material is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between you and your doctor.

AEGiS presents published material, reprinted with permission and neither endorses nor opposes any material. All information contained on this website, including information relating to health conditions, products, and treatments, is for informational purposes only. It is often presented in summary or aggregate form. It is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professionals. Always discuss treatment options with a doctor who specializes in treating HIV.

Copyright ©1980, 1993. AEGiS. All materials appearing on AEGiS are protected by copyright as a collective work or compilation under U.S. copyright and other laws and are the property of AEGiS, or the party credited as the provider of the content. .