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05: HIV Healthcare, 12: Mental health

The quiet strength of emotional resilience

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, LISW-S, HIV Social Worker at MetroHealth Medical Center and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center When people hear the word resilience, they tend […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 11: Healthy Habits, 12: Mental health

10 practical ways to build resilience when life gets heavy

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, LISW-S, HIV Social Worker at MetroHealth Medical Center and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Is resilience something you're born with, or something […]

HIV Stories

Real stories about how real people are living with HIV.

Tales of Triumph: Sharmain's Story

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Sharmain was diagnosed with HIV at just four months old. Her journey has been one of overcoming challenges; and managing stigma, family dynamics, and personal relationships. Early life and […]

Tales of Triumph: James’ Story

“See, I had no idea that there was going to be, like, a really good thing that happened in my life after my diagnosis.” James was diagnosed in June of 2023. When he spoke to […]