Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine how the temporal context affected the incorporation of the HIV/AIDS identity into the self. In-depth interviews were conducted with 36 individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Chronological age shaped the initial reaction to the diagnosis whereas historical time did not. Social time affected immersion in the HIV/AIDS community and the passage of time influenced the integration of the HIV/AIDS identity into the self. These findings have implications for health educators.
Keywords
HIV/AIDS, time, identity, self
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Recommended Citation
Baumgartner, L. M.
(2011).
HIV/AIDS Identity Incorporation and the Temporal Context.
Adult Education Research Conference.
https://newprairiepress.org/aerc/2011/papers/5
HIV/AIDS Identity Incorporation and the Temporal Context
The purpose of this study was to examine how the temporal context affected the incorporation of the HIV/AIDS identity into the self. In-depth interviews were conducted with 36 individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Chronological age shaped the initial reaction to the diagnosis whereas historical time did not. Social time affected immersion in the HIV/AIDS community and the passage of time influenced the integration of the HIV/AIDS identity into the self. These findings have implications for health educators.
