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Published in: AIDS and Behavior 1/2015

01-01-2015 | Original Paper

A Model of Associative Stigma on Depression and Anxiety Among Children of HIV-Infected Parents in China

Authors: Phoenix K. H. Mo, Joseph T. F. Lau, Xiaonan Yu, Jing Gu

Published in: AIDS and Behavior | Issue 1/2015

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Abstract

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) carries a high level of stigma to the HIV-infected individuals and their family members. Children of HIV-infected parents in China are particularly affected. The present study examined the relationship between associative stigma, self-esteem, optimism, anxiety and depression among 195 children of HIV-infected parents in rural China. Findings showed that more than one-third (35.4 %) of the participants scored higher than cut-off for depression; and 23.6–67.7 % of them scored higher than cut-off for different types of anxiety disorders. Structural equation modelling revealed that associative stigma had a significant negative relationship on self-esteem and optimism, which were associated with higher levels of depression and anxiety. The indirect effects of associative stigma on depression and anxiety were significant. The overall model showed a satisfactory fit. Findings suggest that associative stigma has a significant negative impact on mental health of children affected by HIV. Interventions to reduce their associative stigma are warranted.
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Metadata
Title
A Model of Associative Stigma on Depression and Anxiety Among Children of HIV-Infected Parents in China
Authors
Phoenix K. H. Mo
Joseph T. F. Lau
Xiaonan Yu
Jing Gu
Publication date
01-01-2015
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
AIDS and Behavior / Issue 1/2015
Print ISSN: 1090-7165
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3254
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-014-0809-9

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