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    Resources to cope with stigma related to HIV status, gender identity, and sexual orientation in gay men and transgender women
    (SAGE, 2017-10) Brizuela, Virginia; Aristegui, Ines; Caceres, Betiana
    The stigma related to HIV status, gender identity, and sexual orientation has negative implications for the quality of life of individuals. A qualitative study was conducted to explore the resources that these stigmatized groups recognize as tools to cope with stigma and maintain their psychological well-being. Four focus groups were conducted with gay men and transgender women divided by HIV status. A thematic analysis revealed that individual, interpersonal, and institutional resources are commonly recognized as coping resources. This article discusses the importance of enhancing self-acceptance, social support, and a legal framework that legitimizes these groups as right holders.