Aids The Second Decade

Author : National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Committee on AIDS Research and the Behavioral, Social, and Statistical Sciences
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1990-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309042871

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AIDS by National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Committee on AIDS Research and the Behavioral, Social, and Statistical Sciences Pdf

Expanding on the 1989 National Research Council volume AIDS, Sexual Behavior, and Intravenous Drug Use, this book reports on changing patterns in the distribution of cases and the results of intervention efforts under way. It focuses on two important subpopulations that are becoming more and more at risk: adolescents and women. The committee also reviews strategies to protect blood supplies and to improve the quality of surveys used in AIDS research. AIDS: The Second Decade updates trends in AIDS cases and HIV infection among the homosexual community, intravenous drug users, women, minorities, and other groups; presents an overview of a wide range of behavioral intervention strategies directed at specific groups; discusses discrimination against people with AIDS and HIV infection; and presents available data on the proportion of teenagers engaging in the behaviors that can transmit the virus and on female prostitutes and HIV infection.

Author : Peter Aggleton,Peter Davies,Peter M. Davies,Graham Hart
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1993-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0750701315

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AIDS by Peter Aggleton,Peter Davies,Peter M. Davies,Graham Hart Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : AIDS (Disease)
ISBN : UOM:39015043201758

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AIDS Research by Anonim Pdf

Author : Earl E. Shelp
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : AIDS (Disease)
ISBN : OCLC:1244209699

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AIDS and the Church by Earl E. Shelp Pdf

Author : Walt Odets, Ph.D.,Michael Shernoff, CSW, ACSW
Publisher : Hatherleigh Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1998-06-03
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781886330016

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The Second Decade of AIDS by Walt Odets, Ph.D.,Michael Shernoff, CSW, ACSW Pdf

"...well-written -- clear and methodical -- enabling readers to appreciate the more complex psychological factors...relevant not only to mental health professionals but also to other health care providers, social workers, and educators". -- Focus

Author : National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Panel on Monitoring the Social Impact of the AIDS Epidemic
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1993-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309046282

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The Social Impact of AIDS in the United States by National Research Council,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Panel on Monitoring the Social Impact of the AIDS Epidemic Pdf

Europe's "Black Death" contributed to the rise of nation states, mercantile economies, and even the Reformation. Will the AIDS epidemic have similar dramatic effects on the social and political landscape of the twenty-first century? This readable volume looks at the impact of AIDS since its emergence and suggests its effects in the next decade, when a million or more Americans will likely die of the disease. The Social Impact of AIDS in the United States addresses some of the most sensitive and controversial issues in the public debate over AIDS. This landmark book explores how AIDS has affected fundamental policies and practices in our major institutions, examining: How America's major religious organizations have dealt with sometimes conflicting values: the imperative of care for the sick versus traditional views of homosexuality and drug use. Hotly debated public health measures, such as HIV antibody testing and screening, tracing of sexual contacts, and quarantine. The potential risk of HIV infection to and from health care workers. How AIDS activists have brought about major change in the way new drugs are brought to the marketplace. The impact of AIDS on community-based organizations, from volunteers caring for individuals to the highly political ACT-UP organization. Coping with HIV infection in prisons. Two case studies shed light on HIV and the family relationship. One reports on some efforts to gain legal recognition for nonmarital relationships, and the other examines foster care programs for newborns with the HIV virus. A case study of New York City details how selected institutions interact to give what may be a picture of AIDS in the future. This clear and comprehensive presentation will be of interest to anyone concerned about AIDS and its impact on the country: health professionals, sociologists, psychologists, advocates for at-risk populations, and interested individuals.

Author : Charles Garfield
Publisher : Jossey-Bass
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1993-10
Category : AIDS (Disease)
ISBN : 1555426344

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AIDS Caregiving by Charles Garfield Pdf

All of us who have been involved with AIDS caregiving during the past decade share common challenges: multiple losses and accumulated grief, compassion fatigue, relentless uncertainty, maintaining our sense of hope, and more. As we listen to the voices of men and women at the front lines of the epidemic talk candidly about the risks and rewards of supporting someonw with HIV disease, the wisdom and courage we need to keep caring in the second decade can be found. Through intimate stories shared with Charles Garfield, we are provided with a guide to discovering how to be tough on problems and tAnder on people. These tapes show us how to truly be present for and make a difference to a person with HIV/AIDS.

Author : National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on AIDS Research and the Behavioral, Social, and Statistical Sciences
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : AIDS (Disease)
ISBN : UCAL:B5041154

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AIDS, the Second Decade by National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on AIDS Research and the Behavioral, Social, and Statistical Sciences Pdf

Author : Institute of Medicine,Committee to Study HIV Transmission Through Blood and Blood Products
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1995-10-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309053297

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HIV and the Blood Supply by Institute of Medicine,Committee to Study HIV Transmission Through Blood and Blood Products Pdf

During the early years of the AIDS epidemic, thousands of Americans became infected with HIV through the nation's blood supply. Because little reliable information existed at the time AIDS first began showing up in hemophiliacs and in others who had received transfusions, experts disagreed about whether blood and blood products could transmit the disease. During this period of great uncertainty, decision-making regarding the blood supply became increasingly difficult and fraught with risk. This volume provides a balanced inquiry into the blood safety controversy, which involves private sexual practices, personal tragedy for the victims of HIV/AIDS, and public confidence in America's blood services system. The book focuses on critical decisions as information about the danger to the blood supply emerged. The committee draws conclusions about what was doneâ€"and recommends what should be done to produce better outcomes in the face of future threats to blood safety. The committee frames its analysis around four critical area: Product treatmentâ€"Could effective methods for inactivating HIV in blood have been introduced sooner? Donor screening and referralâ€"including a review of screening to exlude high-risk individuals. Regulations and recall of contaminated bloodâ€"analyzing decisions by federal agencies and the private sector. Risk communicationâ€"examining whether infections could have been averted by better communication of the risks.

Author : National Research Council and Institute of Medicine,Institute of Medicine,Panel on Needle Exchange and Bleach Distribution Programs
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1995-09-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309176217

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Preventing HIV Transmission by National Research Council and Institute of Medicine,Institute of Medicine,Panel on Needle Exchange and Bleach Distribution Programs Pdf

This volume addresses the interface of two major national problems: the epidemic of HIV-AIDS and the widespread use of illegal injection drugs. Should communities have the option of giving drug users sterile needles or bleach for cleaning needs in order to reduce the spread of HIV? Does needle distribution worsen the drug problem, as opponents of such programs argue? Do they reduce the spread of other serious diseases, such as hepatitis? Do they result in more used needles being carelessly discarded in the community? The panel takes a critical look at the available data on needle exchange and bleach distribution programs, reaches conclusions about their efficacy, and offers concrete recommendations for public policy to reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS. The book includes current knowledge about the epidemiologies of HIV/AIDS and injection drug use; characteristics of needle exchange and bleach distribution programs and views on those programs from diverse community groups; and a discussion of laws designed to control possession of needles, their impact on needle sharing among injection drug users, and their implications for needle exchange programs.

Author : Lorraine Sherr
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9057020394

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AIDS and Adolescents by Lorraine Sherr Pdf

This text provides insight into a wide range of adolescent issues. A series of contributions examines facts and fictions associated with adolescent risk, challenging some of the basic current notions underpinning approaches to the subject.

Author : Karen M. Booth
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2004-05-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0253110785

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Local Women, Global Science by Karen M. Booth Pdf

There is evidence that women who live in societies that uphold male privilege -- the majority of the world's women -- are at increased risk for HIV infection. In Local Women, Global Science, Karen M. Booth looks closely at the operation of two clinics for sexually transmitted diseases in Nairobi, Kenya, and explores how internationally funded and nationally sanctioned interventions to stop the spread of HIV have focused almost exclusively on the sexual and reproductive behaviors of those who are least able to challenge male power and dominance -- working-class and poor women. Moving past the current politics of development, women's health, and AIDS prevention, Booth's work enhances our understanding of how globalized and local networks, power relationships, ideologies, and social practices contribute to the current AIDS crisis. This bold and important book reveals conceptual flaws in AIDS prevention policy and will inspire new ideas for dealing with this deadly epidemic in Kenya, Africa, and beyond.

Author : Federal Centre for AIDS (Canada). Working Group on HIV Infection and Mental Health,Canada. Health and Welfare Canada
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : AIDS (Disease)
ISBN : UCBK:C043114356

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Ending the Isolation by Federal Centre for AIDS (Canada). Working Group on HIV Infection and Mental Health,Canada. Health and Welfare Canada Pdf

People living with the HIV disease have not only physical problems that threaten their mental health, they also have psychological, spiritual, socio-cultural, and socio-economic needs. This report describes the changing nature of HIV disease and mental health; the impact of HIV disease on mental health and on mental health services; mental health needs, barriers to needed services, and coping skills.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1402314144

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AIDS Research by Anonim Pdf

Author : Alan Whiteside OBE
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2008-01-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780191578182

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HIV/AIDS: A Very Short Introduction by Alan Whiteside OBE Pdf

HIV/AIDS is without doubt the worst epidemic to hit humankind since the Black Death. The first case was identified in 1981; by 2004 it was estimated that about 40 million people were living with the disease, and about 20 million had died. Despite rapid scientific advances there is still no cure and the drugs are expensive and toxic. Because of controversies and taboos surrounding safe drug usage and prostitution, the numbers of people infected continues to rise. However, it is in the developing world and especially parts of Africa that the real catastrophe is unfolding. In some of the worst affected countries life expectancy has plummeted to below 35 years, which has led to a serious decline in economic growth, a sharp rise in orphaning, and the imminent collapse of health care systems. The news is not all bleak though. There have been unprecedented breakthroughs in understanding diseases and developing drugs. Because the disease is so closely linked to sexual activity and drug use, the need to understand and change behaviour has caused us to reassess what it means to be human and how we should operate in the globalising world. This Very Short Introduction provides an introduction to the disease, tackling the science, the international and local politics, the fascinating demographics, and the devastating consequences of the disease, and explores how we have — and must — respond. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.