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HIV-Related Stigma and Knowledge in the United States: Prevalence and Trends, 1991–1999

American Journal of Public Health · 2002 · Vol. 92(3) · pp. 371–377

Gregory M. Herek✉(University of California, Davis)John P. Capitanio(University of California, Davis)Keith F. Widaman(University of California, Davis)

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Abstract

Although support for extremely punitive policies toward PWAs has declined, AIDS remains a stigmatized condition in the United States. The persistence of discomfort with PWAs, blame directed at PWAs for their condition, and misapprehensions about casual social contact are cause for continuing concern and should be addressed in HIV prevention and education programs.

HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health HIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskMisinformationBlameStigma (botany)CasualFeelingMedicineSocial stigmaPrejudice (legal term)DemographyEpidemiology

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Acquired Immunodeficiency SyndromeAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelData CollectionFearHealth PromotionHumansHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticePrejudiceRisk-TakingSexual BehaviorStereotypingUnited StatesHIV InfectionsSubstance Abuse, Intravenous

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