title: Training issues for supervisors of marriage and family therapists working with persons living with HIV.
abstract: The purpose of this article is to address the special issues and considerations Martial and Family Therapy (MFT) supervisors might face with the increasing HIV/AIDS epidemic. Three primary issues will be addressed in this article. First, the importance of educating therapists regarding various aspects of the disease process and its transmission will be discussed, followed by educational strategies programs might adopt. Second, we will discuss the ethical and legal considerations that may need monitoring by supervisors and trainees. Third, special therapeutic considerations will be provided to supervisors of therapists working with stigmatized populations.
authors.affiliation: Department of Human Development and Family Science, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210, USA. Serovich.1@osu.edu
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Serovich
authors.forename: K E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: Mosack
mesh_terms: D003219:Confidentiality; D003479:Curriculum; D004995:Ethics, Professional; D005196:Family Therapy / Q000193:education*; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008388:Marital Therapy / Q000193:education*; D008611:Mentors; D011287:Prejudice; D012803:Sick Role