Benefit Finding Moderates the Relationship Between HIV-Related Stigma and Psychological Well-Being
Document Type
Presentation
Publication Date
8-1-2014
Description
We hypothesized that benefit finding would moderate the relationship between HIV-related stigma and psychological well-being in people living with HIV (PLWH). 106 PLWH completed an online survey that included measures of demographics, HIV-related stigma, benefit finding, and psychological well-being (depression, anxiety, anger). Results suggest that higher levels of benefit finding offset the negative effects of HIV-related stigma on anger. However, for individuals who fail to find benefits in their illness diagnosis, experiencing stigma may be associated with increased levels of anger.
Location
Washington, D.C.
Citation Information
Chatterton, Michael; Fekete, Erin M.; Skinta, Matthew D.; Williams, Stacey L.; Taylor, Nicole M.; White, Megan; and Woods, Brittney. 2014. Benefit Finding Moderates the Relationship Between HIV-Related Stigma and Psychological Well-Being. Poster Presentation. American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C.. https://erinfekete.weebly.com/uploads/6/2/0/9/62092791/chatterton_apa_poster_draft_handout_[compatibility_mode].pdf