Cumulative Burden of Mental Health Factors and Engagement in HIV Care in Argentina

ConclusionThis study found cumulative burden of depression, problematic substance use, unhealthy alcohol use, and psychotic symptoms to be negatively associated with factors related to engagement in HIV care. Results highlight the importance of identification and treatment of challenges to mental health, in order to ameliorate their influence on engagement in HIV care.
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research