The Role of Relationship Dynamics and Gender Inequalities As Barriers to HIV-Serostatus Disclosure: Qualitative Study among Women and Men Living with HIV in Durban, South Africa

Frontiers in Public Health

Divya S. Bhatia¹ 

关键词: gender inequality;    partner communication;    qualitative;    HIV-serostatus disclosure;    barriers to disclosure;    couples-based HIV counseling and testing;    relationships;    living with HIV/AIDS;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2017.00188

学科分类：卫生学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

BackgroundThis qualitative study investigated gender power inequalities as they contribute to relationship dynamics and HIV-serostatus disclosure among men and women living with HIV in Durban, South Africa. HIV serodiscordance among men and women within stable partnerships contributes to high HIV incidence in southern Africa, yet disclosure rates remain low. Given the emphasis on prevention for HIV-serodiscordant couples, this research supports the urgent need to explore how best to support couples to recognize that they are part of this priority population and to access appropriate prevention and treatment.

【 授权许可】

CC BY