Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and HIVContent Note: This article describes abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. Intimate...reactions2comments
HIV and Seeking Treatment for My Mental HealthOver the years since my diagnosis, I have learned to closely guard my mental health. Learning to discuss my mental health with...reactions3comments
Living With AnemiaI have lived with anemia for most of my life. It has been a part of my life since I started having...reactions2comments
My Cardiovascular Care and HIVThere are times since my HIV diagnosis that I have caught myself settling in different categories of my life. Unfortunately, some of...reactions1comment
Chronic Pain and Nerve Block InjectionsI have been dealing with chronic pain of one type or another since 2009. This is about the time they believe I...reactions9comments
The Impact of HIV on Heterosexual WomenI remember seeing occasional information about HIV while growing up. This information was always presented with men, mainly men that identified as...reactions4comments
Interviewing a Potential TherapistA, B, C, D…? Even multiple choices can be hard. Our mental health is extremely important when living with HIV. The individuals...reactions3comments
Types of Painful Conditions Associated With HIVLearning about being HIV-positive can be difficult enough. Realizing that there are many types of pain that people with HIV might endure...reactions3comments
The Battle for a Healthy WeightWhen my Infectious Disease doctor started treating me, I was 100 pounds at 5 feet, 8 inches. She initially believed that getting...reactions1comment
Christmas and DepressionAs the cold front moved in, I began to feel the desire to decorate the Christmas tree. This is highly unusual for...reactions8comments
A Surprise Excellent DoctorMine. Mine. Mine. Do you know that feeling when you find a doctor and you feel like they actually see (and hear)...reactions2comments
Routine ID Doctor AppointmentsOnce you have chosen an HIV specialist or an infectious disease (ID) doctor, you will have to become accustomed to routine appointments...reactions3comments
Tips for Your First Therapy AppointmentThe first therapy appointment can cause some nervousness or anxiety. It does not matter if it is your first-ever therapy appointment or...reactions5comments
Managing My Mental HealthOur mental health is an important aspect that affects our quality of life. Like many things in life, the mental health disorders...reactions3comments
Healthy LivingLiving a healthy life is something that is beneficial regardless of HIV status. Since it is so important to live a healthy...reactions7comments
My COVID and Pneumonia ExperienceMy sister and I were both exposed to COVID. Her little ones were infected at school. While they remained asymptomatic, we were...reactions1comment
Looking into TherapyRight. Left. Up. Down. Deciding to start therapy can be a confusing endeavor. Despite this, starting therapy does not have to be...reactions1comment
My Strongest Supporter and AdvocateWhile I am pretty good at being an advocate for other people, I am not always the best advocate for myself. Luckily...reactions8comments
My Diagnosis and Developing PTSDDiagnosis after diagnosis. I honestly did not have much time to process my feelings or thoughts when I was diagnosed with HIV...reactions1comment
Living with Multiple Health ConditionsOne condition, two conditions, three conditions, four... Some health conditions are easier to live with than others. I have spent most of...reactions1comment
