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How Did You Approach Telling Someone About Your Status?

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South africa,kimberley
July 14
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A myHIVteam Member

IDK, But I've given enough information upfront to keep us from doing anything we can't undo. I'm preparing for the talk now. We'll see.

July 14
A myHIVteam Member

Dont worry about it. You dont need to tell people unless your seing a Medic or embarking on a new relationship

July 16
A myHIVteam Member

😊🙏👌👍

July 14
A myHIVteam Member

Here are some tips for disclosing your HIV status to others:

1. Prepare to Answer Questions:
- Be ready to address questions about how you contracted HIV, your medication, and your prognosis.

2. Disclose to People You Trust:
- Trust is key. Ensure the person you are telling is trustworthy.

3. Make a Self-Care Plan Show Full Answer

Here are some tips for disclosing your HIV status to others:

1. Prepare to Answer Questions:
- Be ready to address questions about how you contracted HIV, your medication, and your prognosis.

2. Disclose to People You Trust:
- Trust is key. Ensure the person you are telling is trustworthy.

3. Make a Self-Care Plan:
- Have a plan for self-care in case the disclosure experience is emotionally taxing.

4. Practice Your Talking Points:
- Practice discussing your status to help manage any underlying prejudices or stigmas.

5. Choose the Right Time and Setting:
- Pick a comfortable and safe time and place for the conversation.

6. Clarify Expectations:
- Make clear what you do and do not want the person to do with the information.

7. Seek Support:
- Surround yourself with supportive people who uplift and respect you.

These steps can help make the process smoother and ensure you are prepared for various reactions.

July 14

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