Discuss consequences of HIV and AIDS on social problem on the individual
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Introduction:
HIV/AIDS can lead to poverty affecting particularly women and young people and can halt or reverse socioeconomic development of a country.
Objective:
The objective of this study was to assess the socioeconomic consequences of HIV/AIDS within the family.
Materials and Methods:
A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out among patients admitted in in-patient department and those attending integrated counseling and testing centre (ICTC) of School of Tropical Medicine, Kolkata. Data were gathered by interviewing the patients by using a predesigned questionnaire.
Conclusion:
Intensive behavior change communication and provision of care and support are required to curb AIDS-related stigma, discrimination, and to maintain physical, mental, and social wellbeing of people living with HIV/AIDS.
Keywords: HIV/AIDS, people living with HIV/AIDS, sero-status, socioeconomic consequences