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The aging HIV/AIDS population: Fragile social networks

Shippy, R. A., Karpiak, S. E.·2005·Aging & Mental Health

Abstract

Social support becomes an increasingly critical resource for people as they age. In New York City, 25% of all people living with HIV/AIDS are over age 50, and 64% are over age 40. This study sample (n=160) reflects current HIV/AIDS epidemiology, with 34% females and 89% people of color. This study provides a detailed profile of this growing, aging cohort and their social networks. Our study finds this growing group of aging adults is isolated from informal networks due to the stigma of HIV/AIDS and ageism. Typically, partners and family members are key sources of informal support, but only 1/3 of respondents had a partner and 71% lived alone. This group relies heavily on friends, many of whom are also HIV-positive. Participants were in primary care and many (86%) utilized Medicaid. The fragile networks of these older adults will be challenged by age-related comorbidities. Without traditional caregivers, these aging adults with HIV/AIDS will have an immense impact on healthcare delivery and community-based programs.

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Authors
Shippy, R. A., & Karpiak, S. E.
Affiliations
a AIDS Community Research Initiative of America (ACRIA) , New York , USA
Corresponding author
Shippy, R. A.
Venue
Aging & Mental Health
Published
2005-05
Volume
9
Issue
3
Pages
246-254
ISSN
  • 1360-7863 (ISSN-L)
  • 1364-6915
OpenAlex
W2115109269
Cited by
204
References
17
Citations by year
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FWCI
3.63
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Aging & Mental Health (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Infectious Diseases › HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › General Health Professions › Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
Keywords
HIV/AIDS, older adults, social networks, social support, informal support, HIV stigma, ageism, social isolation, living alone, Medicaid, comorbidities, caregivers, health care delivery, community-based programs, New York City
MeSH terms
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Aged, Aging, Family Relations, Female, Humans, Male, Medicaid, Middle Aged, New York City, Primary Health Care, Social Support, Cohort Studies, Comorbidity, Incidence, Caregivers

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