title: A group intervention model for individuals testing positive for HIV antibody.
abstract: The development of a structured psychoeducational support group model for blood donors who tested positive for human immunodeficiency virus Type I antibody is described. Salient group therapy techniques and educational content are discussed, issues of group structure are identified, and the need for support of clinicians is highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Columbia University School of Public Health, New York.
authors.forename: R S
authors.initials: RS
authors.lastname: Levy
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Tendler
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: VanDevanter
authors.forename: P D
authors.initials: PD
authors.lastname: Cleary
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D006679:HIV Seropositivity / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group / Q000379:methods*; D012307:Risk Factors; D012725:Sexual Behavior; D012803:Sick Role; D012931:Social Environment; D012944:Social Support