Socio-Cultural/Economic Aspects of HIV/AIDS: Individual Impact
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How can being HIV positive impact an individual psychologically?

  • Enhancing the individual's productivity in various roles
  • Leading to self-rejection and reduced participation in economic activities (correct)
  • Decreasing the need for external support
  • Resulting in improved mental health and well-being

    • According to the World Bank, what defines 'absolute poverty'?

  • Lack of resources for minimum physical, health, and basic necessities (correct)
  • Maintaining minimum physical and health requirements
  • Participating actively in the everyday life of society
  • Having access to resources for basic necessities

    • What is the impact of poverty on an HIV positive individual?

  • Increased access to quality healthcare services
  • Expedited disease progression due to poor nutrition (correct)
  • Enhanced nutritional status leading to better health outcomes
  • Improved mental health due to reduced financial stress

    • How does stigma affect individuals infected with HIV?

    <p>Leads to negative social labeling and exclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it challenging for an HIV positive individual to perform various roles effectively?

    <p>As a result of self-rejection and trauma from the diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the availability of ARVs contribute to reducing morbidity and mortality associated with HIV/AIDS?

    <p>By working together with education and information dissemination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What societal attitude is highlighted towards individuals infected with HIV?

    <p>'Vindictive' behavior leading to exclusion and shame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does lack of income affect an HIV positive individual?

    <p>'May result in the individual living in absolute poverty'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does poor nutrition play in the context of an HIV positive individual's health?

    <p>'Enhances disease progression'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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