title: A community-based support group for HIV positive i.v. drug abusers: the HERO program.
abstract: The I.V. drug abuser who has a history of non-compliance is perhaps the most difficult to reach among those at risk for contracting AIDS. This article details one approach being attempted at HERO, that of a community-based support group run by an indeginous worker where the emphasis is on support, education, and outreach to others. HERO's program is also highlighted.
authors.affiliation: University of Maryland at Baltimore, School of Social Work and Community Planning 21201.
authors.forename: G L
authors.initials: GL
authors.lastname: Greif
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Price
mesh_terms: D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000635:transmission; D015142:Baltimore; D006679:HIV Seropositivity / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D012307:Risk Factors; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D012803:Sick Role; D012931:Social Environment; D012944:Social Support; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000523:psychology*