Abstract
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) carries a high level of stigma to the HIV-infected individuals and their family members. Children of HIV-infected parents in China are particularly affected. The present study examined the relationship between associative stigma, self-esteem, optimism, anxiety and depression among 195 children of HIV-infected parents in rural China. Findings showed that more than one-third (35.4 %) of the participants scored higher than cut-off for depression; and 23.6–67.7 % of them scored higher than cut-off for different types of anxiety disorders. Structural equation modelling revealed that associative stigma had a significant negative relationship on self-esteem and optimism, which were associated with higher levels of depression and anxiety. The indirect effects of associative stigma on depression and anxiety were significant. The overall model showed a satisfactory fit. Findings suggest that associative stigma has a significant negative impact on mental health of children affected by HIV. Interventions to reduce their associative stigma are warranted.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 50-59 |
| Journal | AIDS and Behavior |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Online published | 31 May 2014 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 2015 |
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Research Keywords
- Anxiety
- Children
- Depression
- HIV-infected parents
- Stigma
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