Bridget Gordon : In 2000 , I found out I have HIV , and that my new husband has it , too . Gordon : I was a wreck , I asked : How could this happen ? Was this a death sentence ? She said yes. Gordon : For those who live with HIV/AIDS , access to mental health care is critical .
Bridget Gordon : In 2000 , I found out I have HIV , and that my new husband has it , too . Gordon : I was a wreck , I asked : How could this happen ? Was this a death sentence ? She says luckily she found a therapist who helped her navigate her through the crisis . Gordon : For those who live with HIV/AIDS , access to mental health care is critical .