title: I am a person, not a disease. Experiences of people living with HIV/AIDS.
abstract: People living with Aids or HIV must face not only their illness and all its implications, but also the stigmatisation and the feeling of loss of control. Health professionals coming into contact with these people need to ensure that care is delivered in partnership with the patient, considering their individual needs.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Crowther
mesh_terms: D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D003219:Confidentiality; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D010358:Patient Participation; D013240:Stereotyping