Experiences and Impact of Stigma and Discrimination among People on Antiretroviral Therapy in Dar es Salaam: A Qualitative Perspective
Joint Authors
Mhode, Maisara
Nyamhanga, Tumaini
Source
Issue
Vol. 2016, Issue 2016 (31 Dec. 2016), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2016-03-24
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background.
The impact of stigma on adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) has been less studied in Tanzania.
Recent studies indicate that people on ART still experience stigma.
Qualitative information on the subject matter is especially insufficient.
Objective.
This paper reports on the dimensions of stigma and discrimination and their impact on adherence to ART as experienced by people living with HIV (PLHIV).
Design.
A phenomenological approach was used to gather information on the lived experiences of stigma and discrimination.
The sample size was determined according to the saturation principle.
Results.
Respondents experienced different forms of HIV-related stigma such as verbal, social, and perceived stigma.
Various forms of discrimination were experienced, including relational discrimination, mistreatment by health care workers, blame and rejection by spouses, and workplace discrimination.
HIV-related stigma and discrimination compromised ART adherence by reinforcing concealment of HIV status and undermining social suppport.
Conclusion.
After nearly a decade of increasing the provision of ART in Tanzania, PLHIV still experience stigma and discrimination; these experiences still appear to have a negative impact on treatment adherence.
Efforts to reduce stigma and discrimination remain relevant in the ART period and should be given more impetus in order to maximize positive treatment outcomes.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Mhode, Maisara& Nyamhanga, Tumaini. 2016. Experiences and Impact of Stigma and Discrimination among People on Antiretroviral Therapy in Dar es Salaam: A Qualitative Perspective. AIDS Research and Treatment،Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1096709
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Mhode, Maisara& Nyamhanga, Tumaini. Experiences and Impact of Stigma and Discrimination among People on Antiretroviral Therapy in Dar es Salaam: A Qualitative Perspective. AIDS Research and Treatment No. 2016 (2016), pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1096709
American Medical Association (AMA)
Mhode, Maisara& Nyamhanga, Tumaini. Experiences and Impact of Stigma and Discrimination among People on Antiretroviral Therapy in Dar es Salaam: A Qualitative Perspective. AIDS Research and Treatment. 2016. Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1096709
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1096709