The Impact of Shocking Diagnoses and Limited Support: A Qualitative Study in HIV Patients
Keywords:
Case study, Family support HIV/AIDS, Self-harm behaviors, StigmaAbstract
An HIV diagnosis often leads to significant psychological distress, including social stigma and emotional impact, which affect family support. This situation can trigger self-harm behaviors as maladaptive coping mechanisms. This study aims to explore the emotional experiences of individuals diagnosed with HIV, as well as the impact of limited family support on their psychological well-being and the coping mechanisms they employ. The research adopts a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with five HIV/AIDS participants at Yayasan Sehat Peduli Kasih, Banyumas. Data analysis was conducted inductively to identify key themes, such as the lack of family support and self-harm behaviors. The study found that family support varied significantly among participants. Some received emotional and practical support from family members, while others faced stigma and rejection. Self-harm behaviors, such as self-injury, were carried out by participants as a response to the emotional pressure of an HIV diagnosis and the lack of family support. Emotional distress following an HIV diagnosis is often exacerbated by insufficient family support, leading to self-harming behaviors. Concrete and collaborative efforts are required to establish and strengthen family support through targeted health education, counseling, and peer-group initiatives. Furthermore, stigma reduction programs at both family and community levels are essential to foster acceptance, enhance psychological resilience, and improve treatment adherence among people living with HIV/AIDS.
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