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In the Midst of a Hurricane: A Case Study of a Couple Living With AIDS
Author(s) -
Buki Lydia P.,
Kogan Lori,
Keen Bethanne,
Uman Patti
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of counseling and development
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.805
H-Index - 78
eISSN - 1556-6676
pISSN - 0748-9633
DOI - 10.1002/j.1556-6678.2005.tb00368.x
Subject(s) - thematic analysis , wife , psychology , qualitative research , developmental psychology , social psychology , sociology , political science , law , social science
This case study provides insight into 1 heterosexual couple's experience with AIDS. Through a series of interviews, the authors examined the experiences of a husband in the advanced stages of AIDS and of his wife, the primary caregiver. A thematic analysis revealed 4 themes: the emotional impact of the diagnosis, changes in the couple's daily lives, needs for social support, and spiritual journeys. Recommendations are given for counselors working with persons with AIDS and their heterosexual partners.