'We are the change' - An innovative community-based response to address self-stigma: A pilot study focusing on people living with HIV in Zimbabwe.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Self-stigma-negative self-judgements resulting in shame, worthlessness and self-blame-may play a crucial role in emotional reactions and cause emotional distress among many people living with HIV and other chronic illnesses. Furthermore, self-stigma negatively impacts on self-agency, quality of life, adherence to treatment, and access to services. High levels of self-stigma have been reported across many countries, however few programmes or interventions exist to specifically tackle this phenomenon. This paper reports the findings of a pilot study carried out in Zimbabwe using a programme incorporating "Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction (IBSR): The Work of Byron Katie"-a guided form of self-inquiry which helps users to overcome negative thoughts and beliefs.

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SUBMITTER: Ferris France N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6373928 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature