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Annex II: FGD Guide for PLHIV GroupsFocus Group Discussion GuideThe Impact of HIV/<strong>AIDS</strong> on People Living with HIV/<strong>AIDS</strong> andTheir Families and Community in Malaysia(UNCT Project)Introduction:1. Ice-breaking session2. Explain purpose of discussion3. Interested in personal experiences and views4. Encourage each participant to express his or her views on each topic as well asrespond to the views expressed by others5. It’s alright to disagree with others6. Participants do not have to respond to an issue if they do not feel comfortabledoing so7. Views to be kept confidential8. Explain the necessity to audiotape9. Take verbal consent (for both FGD and audio-taping)10. Any questions before we start?The purpose of today’s discussion is to talk about how being diagnosed withHIV/<strong>AIDS</strong> has affected your life and what impact it has had on different aspects ofyour life. How were you diagnosed with HIV?_____________________________________________________________________I. Health/Physical Impact: How has HIV affected your health and physicalwell-being?‣ Physical effects/current needs• How is your health; What are your needs?‣ Changes in behavior/lifestyle• Such as diet, sexual behavior, prevention practices, etc.‣ Access to healthcare• How has it changed after your HIV diagnosis? What medical treatment orremedies have you undergone?‣ Self-help‣ HIV-related resources• For example, do you access any support networks or counseling,welfare/financial aid, information & education on HIV/<strong>AIDS</strong>, harmreduction programs? How do you feel about them?‣ Discrimination when seeking medical care?141

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