The social work and psychotherapeutic literature is replete with information on the psychosocial needs of HIV-positive gay men and gay men living with AIDS. However, scant information focuses on an often-overlooked population: HIV-negative gay men. This article examines the development of a group design that addresses the unique psychosocial needs of HIV-negative gay men. A 12-week, timelimited group focused on the effects of the AIDS epidemic on HIVnegative gay men's psychosocial functioning, including its potential exacerbation of common developmental issues such as exclusion, loss, survivor guilt, and lack of validation; the use of insight interventions and psychosocial problem solving; and the development of a working focus and group goals to improve psychosocial functioning in this population. Initial evaluations by group members using this design show promise; however, empirical evidence is essential to verify its effectiveness.
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