Reducing stigma and promoting HIV wellness/mental health of sexual and gender minorities: RCT results from a group‐based programme in Nigeria
Julie Pulerwitz,
Ann Gottert,
Waimar Tun
et al.
Abstract:IntroductionHigh levels of HIV stigma as well as stigma directed towards sexual and/or gender minorities (SGMs) are well documented in the African setting. These intersecting stigmas impede psychosocial wellbeing and HIV prevention and care. Yet, there are few if any evidence‐based interventions that focus on reducing internalized stigma and promoting mental health and HIV wellness for SGMs in Africa. We developed and evaluated a group‐based intervention drawing on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) strategie… Show more
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