AIDS profoundly changes the lives of infected individuals and their families. The diagnosis brings with it the possibility of destruction but also the possibility for psychological growth. Therapeutic interventions address both issues within the context of individual psychological development, social relationships, and issues of grief and loss. This article describes the use of group counseling over a five year period with a group of individuals infected with or affected by AIDS.
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