What is it about?

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has become a manageable chronic condition with the help of antiretroviral therapy (ART). This study examines how the personal beliefs of people living with HIV (PLWH) are connected to the strength and resilience of their families. We analyzed how factors such as treatment adherence, social support, communication with healthcare providers, and emotional coping affect family resilience. The findings show that when PLWH have strong beliefs in their treatment and receive good social and family support, they are more likely to manage their health successfully and maintain a positive family environment.

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Why is it important?

Living with HIV is not only a medical challenge but also an emotional and social one. Family support and individual beliefs play a key role in helping people living with HIV stay consistent with their treatment and maintain their quality of life. By understanding how confidence in treatment and family resilience work together, health professionals can design better programs that strengthen both individuals and their families. This can reduce stigma, improve adherence to therapy, and enhance overall well-being among people living with HIV.

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Writing this article has been a meaningful experience because it explores the human side of HIV care — something that numbers and statistics often overlook. Working on this research reminded me how powerful family support and personal belief can be in helping people living with HIV find hope, strength, and dignity in their journey. I hope this paper encourages healthcare professionals to see treatment not just as a medical process, but as a deeply social and emotional experience shared by both patients and their families.

Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga

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This page is a summary of: Individual beliefs and family resilience among people living with HIV, HIV & AIDS Review, May 2025, Termedia Sp. z.o.o.,
DOI: 10.5114/hivar/156093.
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