Abstract: The objective of this research was to examine individual determinants that impact the
disclosure of HIV/AIDS among those living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) at the Msambweni County
Referral Hospital in Kwale County, Kenya. A sample size of 253 patients and 12 nurses were utilized in
this study, encompassing qualitative and quantitative evaluations. Based on empirical findings, a notable
fraction of individuals seeking medical treatment acknowledged the distinct significance of counselling
services in facilitating the process of making informed choices regarding the disclosure of personal
information. Specifically, 37.9% of respondents expressed a strong inclination towards this notion, while
an additional 45.1% indicated agreement with this perspective. The presence of stigma has been
identified as a notable obstacle to the revelation of information, as indicated by 45.8% of respondents
agreeing and 15.8% firmly believing that therapy services alone are insufficient in addressing societal
stigma and prejudice. The thesis offers valuable insights into individual factors contributing to the
manifestation of People Living with HIV (PLHIV) within a distinct hospital setting, hence shedding
light on the difficulties and opportunities for establishing sustainable HIV/AIDS management.
Key words: Individual attitude, disclosure, HIV/AIDS, People living with HIV/AIDS