Adolescent with Human Immunodeficiency Virus - understanding family beliefs and values

Authors

  • Patrícia Neyva da Costa Pinheiro
  • Clarice Mendes de Freitas
  • Ligia Fernandes Scopacasa
  • Kelanne Lima da Silva
  • Fabiane do Amaral Gubert
  • Izaildo Tavares Luna

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15253/2175-6783.2017000400012

Keywords:

Adolescent, HIV, Culture, Family.

Abstract

Objective: to understand how the beliefs and values of the families of HIV-positive adolescents for Human Immunodeficiency Virus influence family dynamics. Methods: this is a qualitative research with seven family members of adolescents with Human Immunodeficiency Virus, developed in a hospital of reference in infectious diseases. A semi-structured interview was used to collect information. Qualitative research assumptions were applied and the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research protocol was used for organization and analysis. Results: the family members reported that the adolescents are not perceived as susceptible to infection by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus; they considered AIDS to be a serious disease surrounded by discrimination and prejudice; they identify benefits as guidelines for health and family support. The barriers were difficulty adhering to treatment, teenage pregnancy, “disobedience” and family disharmony. Conclusion: beliefs and values interfere in the way of thinking, acting and caring for the HIV positive adolescent to the Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

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Published

2017-09-18

How to Cite

Pinheiro, P. N. da C., Freitas, C. M. de, Scopacasa, L. F., Silva, K. L. da, Gubert, F. do A., & Luna, I. T. (2017). Adolescent with Human Immunodeficiency Virus - understanding family beliefs and values. Rev Rene, 18(4), 507–514. https://doi.org/10.15253/2175-6783.2017000400012

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