Positively: Young Adults (15-21) Coping with HIV/AIDS
 Silver
Medal Winner, 2001 National Health Information Awards
Finalist,
Time Inc Health’s 2001 International Health & Medical
Media Awards
Honorable Mention, 49th Columbus International
Film and Video Festival
Living with HIV/AIDS is physically and
emotionally challenging. Caring for someone with these
challenges can also be extremely difficult. This video
shares the stories of three young adults coping with
HIV/AIDS and the people who surround them. It gives
concrete suggestions for young adults ages 15-21 about
where to find information and support for:
- Moving through
the denial period after diagnosis
- Adhering to
and tolerating difficult medication regimens
- Coping
with and treating mental health disorders like
depression and bipolar disorder in addition
to HIV/AIDS
- Disclosing HIV status to community, family and
friends
The video also shows:
- The benefits of support groups,
individual counseling and other mental health
and support services
- The stresses of caring for someone
who is HIV+ and caregivers’ needs for
support
The 24 page booklet included with this
video contains additional information
about mental
health services,
professionals and places to look
for help.
Running Time: 34 minutes
Closed Captioned
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