My friend just found out the they have HIV. I am being supportive, but what else can i do to help her?!
Question: My friend just found out the they have HIV. I am being supportive, but what else can i do to help her.?
My close friend just found out they are HIV positive. It was a huge realty check. I am normally very careful, but their situation just makes me even more careful since it hits so close to home. I am being very supportive and I want them to feel as normal as possible around me. I have educated myself even more on the disease because I believe that people who are ignorant on how it spreads are the ones who are uncomfortable around people who are infected. What kind of surprised me is their decision to try to work things out with the person who gave it to them. That person is not very stable, and my friend feels like they are "obligated" to that person because they feel like no one else would want them now. I love my friend and just want to make sure I am doing everything I can to help them through this horrible ordeal. I will continue to respect my friends decision on their relationship, but what else can I do.? I would love to hear from anyone in my friends position as well. Thank you!! Health Question & Answer
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You sound like a very good friend. Just be there for her. And try to act normal, still hang out and do the same things that you always did before. Don't let her HIV status dominate your friendship.
PS Right now she is probably shocked and frightened. Give her time and she'll eventually come to see what the person who gave it to her is like.Health Question & Answer
PS Right now she is probably shocked and frightened. Give her time and she'll eventually come to see what the person who gave it to her is like.Health Question & Answer
I am HIV+ and was diagnosed about 7 years ago and I understand what it's like to be newly diagnosed.
It does get better.
I also had a friend who was diagnosed recently.
If you'd like to email me I can try and help furtherHealth Question & Answer
It does get better.
I also had a friend who was diagnosed recently.
If you'd like to email me I can try and help furtherHealth Question & Answer
Encourage her to find a specialist and to follow the specialist's advice. That will help her live healthier, longer. also, try to find a local support group.Health Question & Answer
go directly to pawn shop purchase 9mm take back to friend give her one bullet tell her its been nice knowing her then leave she will know what to doHealth Question & Answer
Just being there for them and not treat them any different.Health Question & Answer
Try to help your friend find a support group.Health Question & Answer
Just be there for her and don't be judgmental. All they need is your friendship to make it through. Good luck.Health Question & Answer
I'd wash my hands and act like I've never met herHealth Question & Answer