Depressive scores in newly diagnosed HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected pregnant women

Conclusion: Prevalence rates of depressive symptoms were low. Knowledge of a new diagnosis of HIV infection at the first antenatal visit places women at an increased risk for the development of depression during pregnancy. Younger age and unemployment influence depression. This study provides an important step in documenting the need for screening for antenatal depression in HIV-associated pregnancies in a South African population group.
Source: South African Journal of Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research