Connections Between Childhood Abuse and HIV Infection

Christopher T. Allers · Karen J. Benjack

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Child Abuse and Trauma HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions Intimate Partner and Family Violence

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This study examined the incidence of childhood sexual and physical abuse in 52 human immuno‐deficiency virus (HIV) infected adults. Behaviors and dynamics associated with unresolved childhood abuse (revictimization, sexual compulsivity, chronic depression, and alcohol and other drug abuse) are discussed in light of those behaviors and dynamics that increase a person's risk of exposure to the virus causing Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). lnterview results showed that 65% of those infected reported physical or sexual abuse in childhood. The prevalence of adult survivor characteristics was also examined, and responses were compared based on HIV transmission modes. Recommendations for counselors working with HIV‐infected clients are also provided.

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