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SUB-THEMES |
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1. Dominant tales of perceived family support for HIV positive relative resulting in feelings of despair and those of being accepted
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1.1 An account of negative treatment experienced from family members
1.2
Rejection of HIV positive relative leading to feelings of despair
1.3
HIV positive test resulted in divorce and separation
1.4
Acceptance of HIV positive status by relatives
1.5
Provision of support by relatives
1.6
Difficulties experienced to access ARTs
1.7
ART clinic a clean environment conducive for speedy recovery |
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2. Stigma and discrimination related to HIV positive diagnosis
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2.1 HIV positive stigma and discrimination by family members
2.2
HIV positive Stigma and discrimination by community members
2.3
Self-stigma and discrimination |
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3. Disclosure of HIV positive status
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3.1 Lack of disclosure to relatives and community members
3..2 Fear related to disclosing HIV positive status
3..3 Lack of disclosure to sexual partners
3..4 Benefits of disclosure and belonging to a support group |
