JOURNAL ARTICLE

HIV Criminal Laws Are Legal Tools of Discrimination.

  • Published In: Health & Social Work, 2023, v. 48, n. 2. P. 149 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Lennon-Dearing, Robin 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the existence of U.S. human immunodeficiency virus-(HIV) specific criminal laws that sanction discrimination against people living with HIV as of May 2023. Topics covered include the two types of HIV criminal laws, HIV disparities' disproportionate impact on some minority groups, and HIV laws' perpetuation of stigma that affect the mental health of persons living with HIV. Also noted is the need for collective action to change HIV criminal laws.

Additional Information

  • Source:Health & Social Work. 2023/05, Vol. 48, Issue 2, p149
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0360-7283
  • DOI:10.1093/hsw/hlad004
  • Accession Number:163279517

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