Living

This is a conversation between a husband and wife. Robert: We are the Wards. We were married in July of 1991 and will celebrate 31 years of marriage on July...

We have all seen during Pride this month, more rainbow colors on things ranging from socks to shirts or stickers to coffee cups. I do appreciate the change in all...

“After receiving my diagnosis, I completely went into denial mode, followed by shame and guilt, followed by suicidal thoughts, followed by, "Why me?" - H-I-V.net advocate The physical (HIV medication...

Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...

If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV, you must have many questions and it can be overwhelming. Be sure to use reputable sources when learning about HIV...

Self-esteem is an important component of our individual selves and has a correlation with our mental health. An individual’s self-esteem makes up for how we feel about ourselves, our bodies...

Throughout pride season we see many businesses and corporations slapping pride colors on anything and everything. But there are so many other ways to show your pride or to support...

"I want to say don't ever feel like you are alone because I was once there. There is a community of people who love you and can help you with...

"I am proud of all of my identities, relationships and accomplishments. Pride is not only something that you feel around Pride Season, but something that you should feel all year...

Advocacy is volunteering for a cause that you believe in and want to make a change because of that cause. Helping others to become aware of a situation while speaking...

How much does family matter to you? It means the world to many people, but when that so-called family hurts you, betrays you, or makes you feel less than about...

The first therapy appointment can cause some nervousness or anxiety. It does not matter if it is your first-ever therapy appointment or just your first appointment with a new therapist...

During the month of May, we recognize Mental Health Awareness. Many PLWHIV (people living with HIV) can struggle with mental health issues related to their diagnosis, stigma, isolation, and disclosing...

Some people who live with HIV also use drugs recreationally. But most people with HIV do not realize the added risk of interactions between prescribed and recreational drugs. Certain recreational...

In 2010 the United Nations formed the Global Commission on HIV and the Law. The Commission examined how the law protects – or fails to protect – people with HIV...

Our mental health is an important aspect that affects our quality of life. Like many things in life, the mental health disorders we have can affect us differently and the...

I have learned over the last few years that the more open I am about being HIV-positive, the more honest and genuine I need to be with my community. I...

“It is not a good feeling to feel as if you are trapped with your thoughts and your mind is racing. Finding an outlet to communicate these emotions will help...

In the past, we have talked about the importance of self-care and shared examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. However, some self-care “treats” are more...

I believe that for the majority of individuals in a relationship in this world would prefer to have a healthy one. But what is a healthy relationship? The textbook definition...