First, the results are based on only one question about stigma, which comprises a range of attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Second, the survey did not include persons who do not own a telephone, persons in institutions, the transient or homeless, and those living on military installations. Stigma includes prejudice and active discrimination directed toward persons either perceived to be or actually infected with HIV and the social groups and persons with whom they are associated. Measurements such as those conducted in this study help to direct and assess efforts to overcome these barriers. Herek G. AIDS and stigma.
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Transmission is very likely, somewhat likely, or somewhat unlikely. Transmission is very likely or impossible. This document was provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .