Mental Health in People Living with HIV

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Highlighted claims

• People living with HIV experience disproportionately high rates of psychological and mental health problems. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol
• A 2025 systematic review reported high prevalence of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, PTSD, psychological distress, and HIV-related stigma among people living with HIV. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol
• Clinically significant mental health symptoms among people living with HIV are estimated to affect approximately 28% to 62% of this population. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol
• Cognitive impairments in people living with HIV may arise from the virus, ART side effects, and traumatic life experiences. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol
• Somatisation is more common among people living with HIV and can complicate diagnosis and care. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol
• Chronic stress from managing a stigmatised lifelong illness can cause adjustment disorders. — Psychological predictors of adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV in high-income countries: a systematic review protocol