Understanding the Lived Experience: Case studies on HIV Diagnosis, Challenges, and Counselling Support in Bidar District, Karnataka.

Vimala P; Prof. Y. S. Siddegowda

doi:10.70528/IJLRP.v6.i8.1699

Understanding the Lived Experience: Case studies on HIV Diagnosis, Challenges, and Counselling Support in Bidar District, Karnataka.

Author(s)	Vimala P, Prof. Y. S. Siddegowda
Country	India
Abstract	Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) continues to pose a substantial public health challenge in India, where individuals living with HIV (PLHIV) often contend with significant socio-economic, psychological, and medical barriers. Integrated Counselling and Testing Centres (ICTCs) are crucial components of India's national AIDS control program, providing essential diagnosis, counselling, and linkage to care. This qualitative case study explores the lived experiences of individuals diagnosed with HIV in Bidar district of Karnataka, focusing on the critical role of Integrated Counselling and Testing Centres (ICTCs). Through a detailed analysis of seven diverse cases including internal migrants, youth, and married individuals, the study examines the psychosocial challenges of diagnosis, the dynamics of counselling support, treatment adherence, family acceptance, and societal stigma. The findings highlight that while ICTC counsellors are indispensable in providing emotional support and linking clients to care, pervasive stigma and the fear of disclosure remain significant barriers. Family dynamics are shown to be a double-edged sword, offering both crucial support and intense conflict that can exacerbate distress and lead to non-adherence. The research also reveals that a holistic, patient-centered approach is essential to address the unique challenges faced by different populations, such as migrant workers, and to ensure long-term treatment success. Ultimately, the study underscores that effective HIV care must extend beyond clinical treatment to address the socio-cultural factors that shape a person's entire experience, emphasizing the need for continued support and community-wide education to foster a stigma-free environment.
Keywords	HIV/AIDS, Counselling, Integrated Counselling and Testing Centre (ICTC), Antiretroviral Therapy (ART), PLHIV, stigma, treatment adherence, psychosocial support, public health.
Field	Sociology
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 8, August 2025
Published On	2025-08-07
Cite This	Understanding the Lived Experience: Case studies on HIV Diagnosis, Challenges, and Counselling Support in Bidar District, Karnataka. - Vimala P, Prof. Y. S. Siddegowda - IJLRP Volume 6, Issue 8, August 2025. DOI 10.70528/IJLRP.v6.i8.1699
DOI	https://doi.org/10.70528/IJLRP.v6.i8.1699
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9ww7f

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