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Stepping Up: Take Charge of Your HIV Care

Learn the importance of stepping up and taking charge of your HIV care. Understand your options, communicate with your healthcare providers, and prioritize your well-being. Watch the film "Head Trip" to see the challenges faced by the main character, Helen. Engage in role-playing exercises to practice effective communication. Wrap up by discussing your progress and seeking support from healthcare providers or trusted friends.

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Stepping Up: Take Charge of Your HIV Care

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  1. Introduction: Stepping Up • Stepping up means changing to another way of doing something. • In this case, something means: • knowing what’s important to you in your HIV care • understanding your options • communicating successfully with your health care providers • understanding why adherence is important

  2. Film “Head Trip” • Cast: • Helen • WorryDoubtFear

  3. Film “Head Trip” • Watch for… What makes it hard for the main character (Helen) to take care of herself?

  4. Exercise 3 WorryDoubtFear ____________________________ Physician/Healthcare Team,Support Group, Friends

  5. Role Play • Healthcare Provider • WorryDoubtFear

  6. Wrap-Up • Try talking to a health care provider or a trusted friend about a challenge you have in taking care of yourself. • What is the “step up” you’ve been working on today?

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