Biography
Biography: Loran J. Thompson
Abstract
Stress is a state of physical, mental and emotional tension resulting from challenging circumstances. Long term stress can contribute too many health problems, including digestive problems, heart problems, headaches, depression, anxiety and lack of sleep. It’s particularly important for people living with HIV and AIDS because stress is known to have a huge effect on the immune system. And stress reduces the production of T-cells in the body. In my years of experience, working with people living with HIV/AIDS, this group lives with additional life stressors and elevated levels of stress. A few of these stressors include: Shame and stigma, managing medication and medical appointments, unwanted disclosure of status. In this session, you’ll learn about: What stress is, how it effects on the body, what you can do if you are living with HIV/AIDS and simple, practical tools and strategies to deal with stress.