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The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

1989

Family Law

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Aids: Perspective On The American Family, Raymond C. O'Brien Jan 1989

Aids: Perspective On The American Family, Raymond C. O'Brien

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This paper will focus on the probable impact of AIDS upon family law and family issues in America. Although it is still too early to tell precisely what effect AIDS will have in these areas, it is essential for lawyers and other professionals to begin a dialogue now in order to face the many challenges which lie ahead as the disease continues to spread and impact family relationships.

Among the many subjects discussed below is the likely trend that fear of infection and death will restrict the societal demand and acceptance of new definitions of family. In order to provide …