| dc.description.abstract | Objectives: To discriminate and discern behavioral aspects of children who were born
with the HIV and that reached adolescence, of those who were contaminated in the
puberty, highlighting similarities and differences in their routines, linked to social
exclusion, sexuality and vision of the future, according to the type of transmission.
Effects and impact of the diagnosis on the legal guardian regarding the HIV infection in
their sons or daughters, and how it interferes on the bond between the two of them, were
also evaluated.
Methods: This is a cross-sectional, qualitative study carried out in the macro-region of
Barbacena, MG. All adolescents of both sexes, 10-19 years old, infected with the HIV,
that were on treatment in this region and one of their legal guardians (when possible)
were included in this study. The technique used to obtain data was a semi-structured
interview. They were recorded and fully transcribed. To process the data, superficial,
deep and repeated readings of the interviews were made. The analysis was based on
individual data and grouped data to identify subjects related to the studied phenomenon.
Results and Final Thoughts: Six adolescents were interviewed, and also their legal
guardians, when possible (3). The identified impasses were different for each group
individually. The participants were splitted in vertical transmission, horizontal
transmission and legal guardians groups. Although the peculiarities that each group
revealed, themes like stigma, sexuality and future permeated all the groups. It was noted
that individual vulnerability and the senses related to fear, prejudice and insecurity
about the future, impact the daily actions of the youths. It was possible to design
interventions that would contribute to the care of this population and that will be
proposed in the centers of treatment located in the macro-region of Barbacena. The care
for the adolescent health should be full, customized and done by a multidisciplinary
team. The centers should educate young people, caregivers and professionals about the
rights of children and adolescents living with the HIV. Debates about the stigma and
discrimination should be made. Discussion Groups can be created for adolescents and
parents, where group work should be encouraged, allowing the exchange of experience
and the solution to common problems. | |
