Disclosure of Children's Positive Serostatus to Family and Nonfamily Members in Togo
Author Information
Author(s): Ami R. Moore, David Williamson
Primary Institution: University of North Texas
Hypothesis
Factors affecting the reasons why caregivers disclose child's serostatus will vary.
Conclusion
Caregivers cautiously disclose children's positive serostatus due to fears of stigma and discrimination.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers' serostatus significantly affected the odds of disclosure for financial and emotional support.
- Fear of stigma and discrimination was a common reason for not disclosing a child's serostatus.
- Education influenced the likelihood of disclosing for spiritual support.
Takeaway
Caregivers of children with HIV in Togo often don't tell others about their child's condition because they are afraid of being treated badly.
Methodology
The study used qualitative interviews and a quantitative survey to gather data from caregivers.
Potential Biases
The sample may not represent the broader population of caregivers in Togo.
Limitations
The sample is small and nonrandomized, drawn from only three HIV centers in Togo.
Participant Demographics
Caregivers were mainly female (73%) with a mean age of about 42 years and an average of 3 children.
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