Study sheds light on children caring for parents with HIV

A groundbreaking new study has shed light on the lives of young carers who look after a parent with HIV.

The new book makes a contribution to the growing research evidence on children and young people who care for a parent with HIV and examines the impacts HIV and AIDS has on families globally.

Drawing on in-depth research from the UK and Tanzania, the book presents a unique insight into the similarities and differences in children’s and parents’ experiences across diverse socio-economic, cultural and welfare contexts.

Entitled, ‘Children Caring for Parents with HIV and AIDS: Global Issues and Policy Responses’, the book was written by Professors Ruth Evans and Saul Becker.

Allison James at the University of Sheffield's Department of Sociological Studies said: "This book represents an important landmark in childhood studies. Tackling issues of stigma and discrimination, through to the challenges of effective service provision, it powerfully reveals the complexities of the problems faced by child-carers and their families."

Director of the Families and Health Care Project at United Hospital Fund, Carol Levine, added: "Governments and NGOs must act to provide support to children and young people affected by HIV and AIDS, recognising their special role as young carers. The recommendations in this groundbreaking, cross-cultural study are a good place to start."

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