Barriers to social support and support received from their families of origin among gay men with HIV/AIDS.
Health Soc Work, 1999/8;24(3):198-209.
Kadushin G[1]
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PMID: 10505281
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Abstract
The study discussed in this article examined the barriers to obtaining social support and the support received from the family of origin among gay men with HIV/AIDS. The survey was distributed through 21 social service agencies in the Midwest and advertised in two Midwestern newspapers and two national magazines; the result was a sample of 117 gay men with HIV/AIDS. The family provided emotional support and fun relaxation at significantly higher levels than informational and instrumental support. Mothers and siblings provided a significantly higher level of support than fathers. The highest level of barrier to obtaining support was experienced in relation to the family's lack of knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS, and fears of compromising independence. Implications for practice are discussed.
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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome; Adult; Aged; Educational Status; Employment; Family Relations; Female; HIV Infections; Homosexuality, Male; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Midwestern United States; Multivariate Analysis; Social Support; Surveys and Questionnaires
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