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Inmates with HIV, stigma, and disclosure decision-making
Valerian J Derlega1, Barbara A Winstead, Kimberly A Gamble
1Psychology Department, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529, USA. vderlega@odu.edu
Journal of Health Psychology
|March 9, 2010
Summary
Former inmates with HIV experienced significant stigma in U.S. prisons, impacting their disclosure decisions. This highlights the need for better education and privacy protections for incarcerated individuals with HIV/AIDS.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Criminology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- HIV/AIDS stigma remains a significant issue within correctional facilities.
- Incarcerated populations, particularly those with HIV, face unique challenges related to stigma and disclosure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of former inmates with HIV regarding stigma within correctional settings.
- To understand how HIV/AIDS stigma influences disclosure decisions among formerly incarcerated individuals.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interviews were conducted with seventeen former male inmates diagnosed with HIV.
- Interviews focused on experiences within jails or prisons in the southeastern United States.
Main Results:
- Participants reported widespread stereotypes and prejudicial attitudes regarding HIV/AIDS from other inmates.
- Concerns about HIV/AIDS stigma significantly influenced participants' decisions about disclosing their HIV status.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for enhanced education on HIV/AIDS stigma for both inmates and correctional staff.
- Increased privacy protections are essential for inmates with HIV, particularly during medical care and medication dispensing.
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