HIV Dating Tips for Newly Diagnosed

It goes without saying, that the first attempt positive singles make at dating after being diagnosed can be a very stressful, scary experience. There are some straightforward recommendations that will help make the experience much less difficult.

Some people find it less complicated at first to just date other positive singles. If you choose to start dating only HIV infected people, there are HIV Dating web sites on the Internet, such as www.hivandsingle, www.pozmatch.com and many more. Also think about taking out personal ads in publications targeted to HIV positive singles. Important Note! - Dating only other HIV positive people does not mean safer sex, particularly condom use, can be ignored. Even between two HIV positive people, safer sex and condoms are a must with each and every sexual encounter because of the threat of re-infection.

Talk to other people living with HIV who have begun to date. Find HIV Forums, groups, etc on the web. Ask how they disclosed, what the experience was like, and if they have any advice for someone just entering the dating world.

Be prepared for a reaction once you disclose. It is tough to predict what that reaction will be, ranging from supportive understanding to rejection and abandonment. Rest assured there will be a reaction, so be prepared for it.

Before disclosing, evaluate the relationship and the one you are about to disclose to. What will you get from disclosing? Is the relationship worth risking your confidentiality?

HIV does not define who you are or what kind of person you are. HIV does not rob you of your desires, your goals, or your individuality. Healthy, gratifying relationships are possible for people living with HIV. Don’t compromise your principles or settle for anyone less than you desire for fear of that person being your only choice.

Having HIV does not mean you are desperate. Never lose your self esteem.

If you choose to use an HIV dating service online, use the same safeguards anyone using such services would use. Your first meeting ought to be in a public place. Do not disclose too much personal information too soon. Do not let your guard down until you are convinced the person you have met on-line can be trusted and is who he or she states she is.

Important Note! – Before your new relationship gets sexual, whether oral, vaginal, or anal, HIV disclosure must occur.

Be prepared for some rejection. That being said, don’t be afraid to get your feet wet. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You are not less than anybody else and you deserve love and companionship.

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