Predictors of Resilience and Posttraumatic Growth Among People Living with HIV: A Longitudinal Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (11) ◽  
pp. 3260-3270 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena Garrido-Hernansaiz ◽  
Patrick J. Murphy ◽  
Jesús Alonso-Tapia
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Posttraumatic Growth ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv

scholarly journals Experiences of People Living With HIV in Community Based Exercise: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
pp. 232595822199534
Author(s):  
Patricia Solomon ◽  
Soo Chan Carusone ◽  
Aileen M. Davis ◽  
Rachel Aubry ◽  
Kelly K. O’Brien
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Self Management ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Weekly Session ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Over Time

This qualitative longitudinal study examined the experiences of people living with HIV who engaged in a structured community-based exercise (CBE) program under the supervision of a fitness coach. Twenty people living with HIV were invited to participate in 3 semi-structured interviews over time. Participants engaged in exercise 3 times per week for 6 months with one weekly session supervised by a coach. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim and underwent longitudinal thematic analyses. Eleven participants were included representing a total of 30 interviews. Participants valued their experiences with the CBE program, particularly the motivation provided by the coach. Concerns about the environment, stigma and episodic health challenges affected their overall experience. To foster independence and promote self-management, health providers should consider these findings when encouraging CBE with people living with HIV. It is important to understand their goals and offer a variety of exercise options to meet their needs.

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