This research found that for people with a medically incurable STI, gender, relationship status, level of guilt, and disclosure factors were associated with respondents' sexual self-concept, and their feelings of stigmatization. This research has significant implications for health practitioners involved in the management and care of individuals with an STI
Notes
Degree conferred 2006
Submitted to the School of Psychology of the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, Deakin University
Thesis (Ph.D.)--Deakin University, Victoria, 2005
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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 259-269)