HIV/AIDS and mental health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review

Breuer, Erica; Myer, Landon; Struthers, Helen; Joska, John A

doi:10.2989/16085906.2011.593373

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HIV/AIDS and mental health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review

Breuer, Erica, Myer, Landon, Struthers, Helen, Joska, John A·2011·African Journal of AIDS Research

DOI 10.2989/16085906.2011.593373

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Abstract

The relationship between mental illness and HIV/AIDS is complex and bidirectional. A significant amount of research has been performed in high-income countries but less is known about HIV and mental health in sub-Saharan Africa. The objectives of the review were to search the literature for quantitative studies conducted in sub-Saharan Africa on mental health and HIV and to critically evaluate and collate the studies in order to identify research needs and priorities. The databases Ovid, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and the Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) were searched for variations of search terms related to HIV/AIDS and mental health and studies limited to the populations of African countries. In addition, we hand-searched indexes of key journals and the databases of academic theses. We included 104 papers or research publications. The majority of these were published after 2005. The major topics covered were: mental-health-related HIV-risk behaviour, HIV in psychiatric populations, and mental illness in HIV-positive populations. The reported prevalence levels of mental illness among people living with HIV or AIDS (PLHIV) was high, with all but one study noting a prevalence of 19% or higher. Neurocognitive changes in adults with HIV were also prevalent, with reported deficits of up to 99% in symptomatic PLHIV and 33% in non-symptomatic PLHIV. Research on HIV in relation to mental health is increasing; however, there is a need for good-quality prospective studies to investigate the bidirectional effects of mental illness and HIV on each other.

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“A previous systematic review revealed that the majority of HIV and AIDS and mental health studies in subSaharan Africa focused on mental health-related HIV risk behaviours, HIV in psychiatric populations, and mental illness in HIVpositive populations (Breuer et al. 2011).”
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Mental, Neurological, and Substance Use Disorders in People Living With HIV/AIDS in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
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“2013), but it is higher in people living with HIV (Owe-Larsson et al. 2009; Breuer et al. 2011).”
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Identifying risks for mental health problems in HIV positive adolescents accessing HIV treatment in Johannesburg
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“The HIV pandemic has increasingly brought attention to the unmet mental health needs of children and adolescents (Breuer et al., 2011), highlighting the necessity to integrate HIV and mental health care since positive mental health is critical in the management of HIV disease (Lowenthal et al.”
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The Association between HIV-Stigma and Depressive Symptoms among People Living with HIV/AIDS: A Systematic Review of Studies Conducted in South Africa
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“Evidence from LMICs, though limited, has confirmed high rates of mental disorders and psychological distress among PLWH (Breuer et al. 2011; Chibanda et al. 2014).”
Psychological interventions for Common Mental Disorders for People Living With HIV in Low‐ and Middle‐Income Countries: systematic review
Chibanda, D., Cowan, F. M., Healy, J. L., Abas, M., & Lund, C. (2015) · Tropical Medicine & International Health · doi:10.1111/tmi.12500 · Cited by 87 · see citing works
“While no consensus exists on the most appropriate type of psychological interventions for CMD in PLWH in LMIC, a number of studies have reported on several approaches [2, 3, 34, 38, 60, 61], with a recent metaanalysis showing that treatment using psychological therapies, which largely consisted of CBT-based interventi…”
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Epidemiology of Dementia among the Elderly in Sub-Saharan Africa
Olayinka, O. O., & Mbuyi, N. (2014) · International Journal of Alzheimer's Disease · doi:10.1155/2014/195750 · Cited by 89 · see citing works
“Additionally, the relatively high prevalence of communicable diseases such as HIV-AIDS, low life expectancy at birth, the rising prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension and diabetes, and low-literacy level in SSA are important factors that are also reported to influence the epidemiology of chron…”
Background
Psychosocial Functioning and Depressive Symptoms Among HIV-Positive Persons Receiving Care and Treatment in Kenya, Namibia, and Tanzania
Seth, P., Kidder, D. P., Pals, S. L., Parent, J., Mbatia, R., Chesang, K., Mbilinyi, D., Koech, E., Nkingwa, M., Katuta, F., et al. (2013) · Prevention Science · doi:10.1007/s11121-013-0420-8 · Cited by 76 · see citing works
“Estimates of depression among PLHIV in sub-Saharan Africa vary from 2 to 56 % (Antelman et al. 2007; Breur et al. 2011; Freeman et al. 2007; Kaharazu et al. 2006; Martinez et al. 2008; Marwick and Kaaya 2010; Monahan et al. 2008; Ramadhani et al. 2007), depending on the context and population studied.”
Social support as a protective factor for depression among women caring for children in HIV-endemic South Africa
Casale, M. A. J., Wild, L. G., Cluver, L. D., & Kuo, C. (2014) · Journal of Behavioral Medicine · doi:10.1007/s10865-014-9556-7 · Cited by 70 · see citing works
“Many serious long-term medical illnesses, including HIV/AIDS, have been found to be a source of considerable stress and a key risk factor for poor mental health (Breuer et al. 2011; Catalan et al. 2011; Ciesla and Roberts 2001; Rodin and Voshart 1986; Sherr et al. 2011; WHO 2008).”
Validation of the PHQ-9 depression scale in Ethiopian cancer patients attending the oncology clinic at Tikur Anbessa specialized hospital
Degefa, M. T., Dubale, B. W., Bayouh, F. G., Ayele, B. A., & Zewde, Y. Z. (2020) · BMC Psychiatry · doi:10.1186/s12888-020-02850-3 · Cited by 63 · see citing works
Contextualising women's mental distress and coping strategies in the time of AIDS: A rural South African case study
Burgess, R. A., & Campbell, C. (2014) · Transcultural Psychiatry · doi:10.1177/1363461514526925 · Cited by 56 · see citing works
Identifying Symptom Clusters Among People Living With HIV on Antiretroviral Therapy in China: A Network Analysis
Zhu, Z., Hu, Y., Xing, W., Guo, M., Zhao, R., Han, S., & Wu, B. (2018) · Journal of Pain and Symptom Management · doi:10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2018.11.011 · Cited by 54 · see citing works
Enhancing Public Health HIV Interventions: A Qualitative Meta-Synthesis and Systematic Review of Studies to Improve Linkage to Care, Adherence, and Retention
Tucker, J. D., Tso, L. S., Hall, B. J., Ma, Q., Beanland, R. L., Best, J., Li, H., Lackey, M. J., Marley, G., Rich, Z. C., et al. (2017) · EBioMedicine · doi:10.1016/j.ebiom.2017.01.036 · Cited by 53 · see citing works
“…co-morbidities has been noted among individuals livingwithHIV (Breuer et al., 2011; Catalan et al., 2011), although less is known about the burden of mental illness within low and middle-income contexts that have less developed mental health diagnostic and therapeutic systems (Breuer et al., 2011).”
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Changes in HIV Outcomes Following Depression Care in a Resource-Limited Setting: Results from a Pilot Study in Bamenda, Cameroon
Gaynes, B. N., Pence, B. W., Atashili, J., O’Donnell, J. K., NJAMNSHI, A. K., Tabenyang, M. E., Kefie, C., Whetten, R., Whetten, K., & Ndumbe, P. M. (2015) · PLoS ONE · doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0140001 · Cited by 52 · see citing works
“Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) co-occurs frequently with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa, with most studies that use structured interviews reporting a prevalence ranging from 11–38%,[1] a figure roughly two to three times that found in comparable HIV-uninfected populations.”
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Factors associated with risk of depression and relevant predictors of screening for depression in clinical practice: a cross‐sectional study among HIV ‐infected individuals in D enmark
Slot, M., Sodemann, M., Gabel, C., Holmskov, J., Laursen, T. L., & Rodkjær, L. Ø. (2015) · HIV Medicine · doi:10.1111/hiv.12223 · Cited by 51 · see citing works
Understanding Mental Health in the Context of Adolescent Pregnancy and HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review Identifying a Critical Evidence Gap
Roberts, K. J. S., Smith, C. J., Cluver, L. D., Toska, E., & Sherr, L. (2021) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-020-03138-z · Cited by 46 · see citing works
Psychiatric Disorders in Adolescents Living with HIV and Association with Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Olashore, A. A., Paruk, S., Akanni, O. O., Tomita, A. M., & Chiliza, B. (2020) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-020-03100-z · Cited by 45 · see citing works
Screening HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND) among HIV positive patients attending antiretroviral therapy in South Wollo, Ethiopia
Tsegaw, M., Andargie, G., Teklu, G. A., & Tareke, M. (2016) · Journal of Psychiatric Research · doi:10.1016/j.jpsychires.2016.10.016 · Cited by 44 · see citing works
The relationship between social support and anxiety among caregivers of children in HIV-endemic South Africa
Casale, M. A. J., Wild, L. G., Cluver, L. D., & Kuo, C. (2013) · Psychology Health & Medicine · doi:10.1080/13548506.2013.832780 · Cited by 43 · see citing works
Caregiver mental health and HIV-infected child wellness: perspectives from Ugandan caregivers
Murray, S. M., Familiar, I., Nakasujja, N., WINCH, P. J., Gallo, J. J., Opoka, R. O., Caesar, J., Boivin, M. J., & Bass, J. (2016) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2016.1263722 · Cited by 42 · see citing works
Predictors of mental health problems in adolescents living with HIV in Namibia
Gentz, S. G., Calonge, I., Arias, R. M., & Ruiz‐Casares, M. (2017) · Child and Adolescent Mental Health · doi:10.1111/camh.12247 · Cited by 41 · see citing works
Adolescent Motherhood and HIV in South Africa: Examining Prevalence of Common Mental Disorder
Roberts, K. J. S., Smith, C. J., Cluver, L. D., Toska, E., Zhou, S., Boyes, M. E., & Sherr, L. (2021) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-021-03474-8 · Cited by 76 · see citing works
The Role of Depression Screening and Treatment in Achieving the UNAIDS 90–90–90 Goals in Sub-Saharan Africa
Kulisewa, K., Stockton, M. A., Hosseinipour, M. C., Gaynes, B. N., Mphonda, S., Udedi, M. M., & Pence, B. W. (2019) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-019-02593-7 · Cited by 38 · see citing works
The Validity of the Substance Abuse and Mental Illness Symptom Screener (SAMISS) in People Living with HIV/AIDS in Primary HIV Care in Cape Town, South Africa
Breuer, E., Stoloff, K., Myer, L., Seedat, S., Stein, D. J., & Joska, J. A. (2014) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-014-0698-y · Cited by 37 · see citing works
“The prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) is high [1] [2].”
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Health policy and integrated mental health care in the SADC region: strategic clarification using the Rainbow Model
van Rensburg, A. J., & Fourie, P. (2016) · International Journal of Mental Health Systems · doi:10.1186/s13033-016-0081-7 · Cited by 38 · see citing works
Spatial structure of depression in South Africa: A longitudinal panel survey of a nationally representative sample of households
Cuadros, D., Tomita, A., Vandormael, A., Slotow, R., Burns, J., & Tanser, F. (2019) · Scientific Reports · doi:10.1038/s41598-018-37791-1 · Cited by 32 · see citing works
HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders at Moi teaching and referral hospital, Eldoret, Kenya
Mohamed, A. A., Oduor, C., & Kinyanjui, D. W. (2020) · BMC Neurology · doi:10.1186/s12883-020-01857-3 · Cited by 31 · see citing works
“The overall prevalence is also higher compared to published literature but so far MoCA is the best tool for assessing mild neurocognitive impairment in the absence of new validated HAND screening tools in Sub-Saharan Africa.”
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HIV-Related Shame, Stigma and the Mental Health Functioning of Adolescents Living with HIV: Findings from a Pilot Study in Uganda
Nabunya, P., & Namuwonge, F. (2023) · Child Psychiatry & Human Development · doi:10.1007/s10578-022-01374-z · Cited by 31 · see citing works
Mental health research in Botswana: a semi-systematic scoping review
Opondo, P. R., Olashore, A. A., Molebatsi, K., Othieno, C. J., & Ayugi, J. O. (2020) · Journal of International Medical Research · doi:10.1177/0300060520966458 · Cited by 28 · see citing works
Stigma by Association, Parenting Stress, and the Mental Health of Caregivers of Adolescents Living With HIV in Uganda
Nabunya, P., Namuwonge, F., Bahar, O. S., Ssentumbwe, V., Migadde, H., Mugisha, J., & Ssewamala, F. M. (2023) · Journal of Adolescent Health · doi:10.1016/j.jadohealth.2022.08.017 · Cited by 27 · see citing works
“Moreover, studies have documented the adverse impact of HIV-related stigma on the physical and psychosocial well-being of people living with HIV (PLHIV), including depression and post-traumatic stress disorders [12], loneliness and social isolation [13], and overall negative impact on their quality of life [14].”
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Prevalence of depression in people living with HIV and AIDS at the Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital Antiretroviral Clinic
van Coppenhagen, B., & Duvenage, H. S. (2019) · South African Journal of Psychiatry · doi:10.4102/sajpsychiatry.v25i0.1175 · Cited by 27 · see citing works
The importance of family and community support for the health of HIV ‐affected populations in S outhern A frica: What do we know and where to from here?
Casale, M. A. J. (2014) · British Journal of Health Psychology · doi:10.1111/bjhp.12127 · Cited by 26 · see citing works
The relationship between parental involvement and adolescent mental health in six sub-Saharan African countries: findings from Global School-based Health Surveys (GSHS)
Arat, G., & Wong, P. W. C. (2016) · International Journal of Mental Health Promotion · doi:10.1080/14623730.2016.1194305 · Cited by 26 · see citing works
Does investment in home visitors lead to better psychological health for HIV-affected families? Results from a quasi-experimental evaluation in South Africa
Thurman, T. R., Kidman, R. C., & Taylor, T. M. (2014) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2014.906555 · Cited by 23 · see citing works
HIV Risk Among Displaced Adolescent Girls in Ethiopia: the Role of Gender Attitudes and Self-Esteem
Bermudez, L. G., Yu, G., Lu, L. Z. N., Falb, K., Eoomkham, J., Abdella, G., & Stark, L. (2018) · Prevention Science · doi:10.1007/s11121-018-0902-9 · Cited by 22 · see citing works
Perceptions of HIV-related trauma in people living with HIV in Zimbabwe’s Friendship Bench Program: A qualitative analysis of counselors’ and clients’ experiences
Verhey, R., Chibanda, D., Vera, A., Manda, E., Brakarsh, J., & Seedat, S. (2019) · Transcultural Psychiatry · doi:10.1177/1363461519850337 · Cited by 21 · see citing works
Depression and social functioning among HIV-infected and uninfected persons in South Africa
Peltzer, K., Szrek, H., Ramlagan, S., Leite, R., & Chao, L. (2014) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2014.946383 · Cited by 21 · see citing works
Which HIV-infected youth are at risk of developing depression and what treatments help? A systematic review focusing on Southern Africa
Haines, C., Loades, M. E., Coetzee, B., & Higson‐Sweeney, N. (2019) · International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health · doi:10.1515/ijamh-2019-0037 · Cited by 20 · see citing works
Does Posttraumatic Growth Buffer the Association Between Death Anxiety and Quality of Life Among People living with HIV/AIDS?
Onu, D. U., Ifeagwazi, C. M., & Chukwuorji, J. C. (2020) · Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings · doi:10.1007/s10880-020-09708-6 · Cited by 21 · see citing works
Association between mental disorders and adherence to antiretroviral treatment in health facilities in two Mozambican provinces in 2018: a cross-sectional study
Mandlate, F. M., Greene, M. C., Pereira, L. F., Gouveia, M. L., Mari, J. D. J., Cournos, F., Duarte, C. S., Oquendo, M. A., Mello, M. F., & Wainberg, M. L. (2023) · BMC Psychiatry · doi:10.1186/s12888-023-04782-0 · Cited by 19 · see citing works
Suubi4Stigma study protocol: a pilot cluster randomized controlled trial to address HIV-associated stigma among adolescents living with HIV in Uganda
Nabunya, P., Ssewamala, F. M., Bahar, O. S., Michalopoulos, L. T. M., Mugisha, J., Neilands, T. B., Trani, J.-F., & McKay, M. M. (2022) · Pilot and Feasibility Studies · doi:10.1186/s40814-022-01055-7 · Cited by 18 · see citing works
“Abbreviations ART : Antiretroviral therapy; CLWH: Children living with HIV; CSQ: Client Satisfaction Questionnaire; DSMB: Data and Safety Monitoring Board; DSMP: Data Safety and Monitoring Plan; G‑CBT: Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; HIV: Human Immunodeficiency Viruses; ICHAD: International Center for Child Health…”
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Frequency and Predictors of HIV-Related Cognitive Impairment in East Africa: The Africa Cohort Study (AFRICOS)
Milanini, B., Allen, I. E., Paul, R. H., Bahemana, E., Kiweewa, F., Nambuya, A., Maswai, J. K., Langat, R., Owuoth, J., Martin, S., et al. (2020) · JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes · doi:10.1097/qai.0000000000002242 · Cited by 18 · see citing works
Psychological disorders among human immunodeficiency virus-infected adults in southern Nigeria.
Ofovwe, C. E., & Ofovwe, C. (2013) · PubMed · Cited by 17 · see citing works
The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health in Sub-Saharan African Adolescents: Findings from the Global School-Based Health Survey
Arat, G. (2016) · Global Social Welfare · doi:10.1007/s40609-016-0046-4 · Cited by 17 · see citing works
“…or child-headed families (Wusu and Isiugo-Abanihe 2006), orphaned children (Olley 2008), child marriages (Jensen and Thornton 2003), HIV/AIDS (Breuer et al. 2011), unsupportive parents (Khasakhala et al. 2012), lower attachment to parents (Okello et al. 2014), corporal punishment (Omigbodun…”
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Support groups for HIV-positive people in South Africa: Who joins, who does not, and why?
Dageid, W. (2014) · African Journal of AIDS Research · doi:10.2989/16085906.2014.886601 · Cited by 15 · see citing works
“While there is need to strengthen services at a tertiary level, particularly for severe cases of physical and mental disorder, treatment in community and primary health care settings has the potential to reach more people faster and is thus of great importance (Breuer et al. 2011).”
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The emotional wellbeing of lay HIV counselling and testing counsellors
Visser, M. J., & Mabota, P. M. (2015) · African Journal of AIDS Research · doi:10.2989/16085906.2015.1040812 · Cited by 15 · see citing works
“5% of the counsellors indicated that they were HIV-positive, which could affect their emotional wellbeing/mental health (Breuer et al., 2011).”
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Health outcomes and cost-effectiveness of treating depression in people with HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa: a model-based analysis
Zhong, H., Arjmand, I. K., Brandeau, M. L., & Bendavid, E. (2020) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2020.1719966 · Cited by 14 · see citing works
Risk factors for poor mental health among adolescent mothers in South Africa
Roberts, K. J. S., Smith, C. J., Toska, E., Cluver, L. D., Haag, K., Wittesaele, C., Langwenya, N., Jochim, J., Saal, W., Shenderovich, Y., et al. (2022) · Psychology Health & Medicine · doi:10.1080/13548506.2022.2124295 · Cited by 14 · see citing works
“Given that both pregnancy and living with HIV have been found to be independently associated with poor mental health among adolescents (Breuer et al., 2011; Corcoran, 2016; Siegel & Brandon, 2014), experiencing the syndemic of both adolescent pregnancy and living with HIV may compound poor mental…”
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A comparative study of the psychological problems of HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected children in a South African sample
Visser, M. J., Hecker, H. E., & Jordaan, J. C. (2018) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2017.1417530 · Cited by 14 · see citing works
Longitudinal Determinants of Housing Stability Among People Living With HIV/AIDS Experiencing Homelessness
Marcus, R., de Groot, A., Bachman, S. S., Chisolm, N., Quadri, Y., Cabral, H., & Rajabiun, S. (2018) · American Journal of Public Health · doi:10.2105/ajph.2018.304772 · Cited by 13 · see citing works
Occupational justice and social inclusion in mental illness and HIV: a scoping review protocol
Nhunzvi, C., Langhaug, L. F., Mavindidze, E., Harding, R., & Galvaan, R. (2019) · BMJ Open · doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2018-024049 · Cited by 13 · see citing works
“2 This is especially so in contexts where the prevalence of HIV among people with mental illness is as high as 25% in sub-Saharan Africa.(3) 4 Disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) due to comorbid neuropsychiatric conditions and HIV is rising, with 80% of DALYs in sub-Saharan Africa being a result of the combined eff…”
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Integrated intervention for mental health co-morbidity in HIV-positive individuals: A public health assessment
dos Santos, M., & Wolvaardt, G. G. (2016) · African Journal of AIDS Research · doi:10.2989/16085906.2016.1229683 · Cited by 13 · see citing works
Occupational justice and social inclusion among people living with HIV and people with mental illness: a scoping review
Nhunzvi, C., Langhaug, L. F., Mavindidze, E., Harding, R., & Galvaan, R. (2020) · BMJ Open · doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2020-036916 · Cited by 12 · see citing works
PLHIV are more likely to have mental distress: evidence from a comparison of a cross-section of HIV and diabetes patients at Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria
Abiodun, O. A., Lawal, I. A., & Omokanye, C. O. (2018) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2018.1441973 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
“Others factors include substance abuse, poverty, social exclusion, conflicts and their consequences (Breuer et al., 2011).”
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Nurses’ implementation of mental health screening among HIV infected guidelines
Modula, M. J., & Ramukumba, M. M. (2018) · International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences · doi:10.1016/j.ijans.2018.02.001 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
Health care professionals’ perspectives on barriers to treatment seeking for formal health services among orphan children and adolescents with HIV/AIDS and mental distress in a rural district in central, Uganda
Mugisha, J., Kinyanda, E., Osafo, J., Nalukenge, W., & Knizek, B. L. (2020) · Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health · doi:10.1186/s13034-020-00332-8 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
Investigating the impact of HIV on patients with first episode psychosis: a study protocol for a longitudinal cohort study
Chhagan, U., Ntlantsana, V., Tomita, A. M., Naidu, T., Chiliza, B., & Paruk, S. (2021) · BMJ Open · doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2020-046593 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
Epidemiology of Psychopathology in HIV
Wainberg, M. L., McKinnon, K. M., & Cournos, F. (2014) · Wiley eBooks · doi:10.1002/9781118339503.ch1 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
Prevalence of Depression and Suicidal Ideation and Associated Risk Factors in Adolescents Receiving Care and Treatment for Hiv/Aids at a Tertiary Health Facility in Kilimanjaro Region, TanzaniaPreprint
Gamassa, E., Steven, E., Mtei, R. J., & Kaaya, S. (2023) · Research Square · doi:10.21203/rs.3.rs-2534893/v1 · Cited by 11 · see citing works
“HIV infection has an adverse effect on the mental health of an individual due to the direct effect to the brain causing neurocognitive changes as well as the indirect effects of the psychological distress of living with a chronic illness that impacts self-care practices (3).”
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The role of digital health in palliative care for people living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review
Mwase, C., Nkhoma, K. B., & Allsop, M. J. (2022) · Digital Health · doi:10.1177/20552076221133707 · Cited by 9 · see citing works
“68 This review found that the use of digital health psychosocial interventions among PLWH occurred in both community and clinical settings, suggesting their potential appropriateness across different models of palliative care in SSA (i.e. community, district and specialist).”
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Intervention targets for people living with HIV and depressive symptoms in Botswana
Vavani, B., Kraaij, V., Spinhoven, P., Amone‐P’Olak, K., & Garnefski, N. (2020) · African Journal of AIDS Research · doi:10.2989/16085906.2020.1727933 · Cited by 9 · see citing works
“From other countries we already know that depression among PLWH can be an important predictor of treatment failure, poor quality of life, disease progression and at worst mortality (Marwick & Kaaya, 2010; Breuer et al., 2011; Lewis et al., 2012; Abas et al., 2014; Sikkema et al., 2015).”
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The Utility of the Hopkins Symptom Checklist as a Trans-Diagnostic Screening Instrument for Common Mental Disorders Among Persons Seeking HIV Testing
Bantjes, J. R., Kagee, A., & Saal, W. (2019) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-019-02524-6 · Cited by 8 · see citing works
Simple and practical screening approach to identify HIV ‐infected individuals with depression or at risk of developing depression
Rodkjær, L. Ø., Gabel, C., Laursen, T. L., Slot, M., Leutscher, P. D. C., Christensen, N. B., Holmskov, J., & Sodemann, M. (2016) · HIV Medicine · doi:10.1111/hiv.12381 · Cited by 8 · see citing works
World Mental Health Day 2023: We must leave no one behind in the response to HIV and mental health
Wainberg, M. L., Wolvaardt, G. G., Gouveia, L., & Ferenchick, E. K. (2023) · Journal of the International AIDS Society · doi:10.1002/jia2.26183 · Cited by 7 · see citing works
Depression onset and its association with community HIV prevalence: A geospatial and panel analyses of nationally representative South African data, 2015–2017
Asare, K., Tomita, A. M., Garrett, N., Slotow, R., Burns, J. K., Tanser, F. C., & Cuadros, D. F. (2022) · Journal of Affective Disorders Reports · doi:10.1016/j.jadr.2022.100433 · Cited by 7 · see citing works
Addressing the unmet mental health needs of people living with HIV: a scoping review of interventions in sub-Saharan Africa
Chukwuorji, J. C., Ezeonu, N. A., Ude, N., Itanyi, I. U., Eboreime, E., Kung, J. Y. C., Dennett, L., Olawepo, J. O., Iheanacho, T., Ogidi, A. G., et al. (2023) · AIDS Care · doi:10.1080/09540121.2023.2176428 · Cited by 7 · see citing works
“There is consistent evidence of greater Mental, Neurological and Substance use (MNS) disorders among people living with HIV (PLWH) as compared with the general population in low-and middle-income countries (LMIC) including sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) (Breuer et al., 2011; Chibanda et al., 2014).”
Six-Week Problem Area–Concordant vs 8-Week Problem Area–Discordant Group Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Kasujja, R., Birungi, P., Bhamidipati, K., Assefa, F. B., Kim, H., Peterson, K. M., Kohrt, B. A., & Bershteyn, A. (2025) · JAMA Network Open · doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.5242 · Cited by 7 · see citing works
A Qualitative Exploration of Causes of Depression among Persons Living with HIV Receiving Antiretroviral Therapy in Uganda: Implications for Policy
Rutakumwa, R., Tusiime, C., Mpango, R. S., Kyohangirwe, L., Kaleebu, P., Patel, V., & Kinyanda, E. (2023) · Psychiatry Journal · doi:10.1155/2023/1986908 · Cited by 5 · see citing works
Orphanhood and fertility in young adults: Evidence from South Africa
Bozzoli, C. G. (2016) · Economics & Human Biology · doi:10.1016/j.ehb.2016.05.002 · Cited by 5 · see citing works
“Stigmatization may also appear and create extreme distress (Vanable et al., 2006; Breuer et al., 2011; Sherr and Mueller, 2008; Sherr et al., 2008).”
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The ethics of flourishing or failing: Social, economic and environmental determinants of global mental health in an uncertain future
Tomlinson, M., Hunt, X., & Skeen, S. (2020) · Elsevier eBooks · doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-815063-4.00005-8 · Cited by 5 · see citing works
From businesswoman to banana vendor
Raja, S. K., Aggarwal, S., Raman, K. R., Minteer, W. B., Lieber, M., Patel, P. A., Bernstein, M. E., Farfel, A. O., Fenning, R. T. H., & Diamond, C. A. (2016) · AIDS · doi:10.1097/qad.0000000000001246 · Cited by 4 · see citing works
“health in sub-Saharan Africa [25], more research and investment in this area is needed to improve health outcomes in developing nations.”
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Revealing the impact of loss: Exploring mental health through the use of drawing/writing with HIV positive adolescents in Johannesburg
Woollett, N., Brahmbhatt, H., Dodd, K., Booth, M., Berman, H., & Cluver, L. D. (2017) · Children and Youth Services Review · doi:10.1016/j.childyouth.2017.04.021 · Cited by 4 · see citing works
“The HIV pandemic has increasingly brought attention to the unmet mental health needs of children and adolescents (Breuer et al, 2011), highlighting the comorbidity of HIV and mental health problems especially among those perinatally infected (Mellins & Malee, 2013; Lowenthal et al, 2014; Sherr et…”
Background
Coping with Mental Health Problems and Medication Adherence Challenges Among Persons Receiving Antiretroviral Therapy
van Wyk, E. S., & Kagee, A. (2023) · AIDS and Behavior · doi:10.1007/s10461-022-03955-4 · Cited by 4 · see citing works
“A systematic review of 104 sub-Saharan studies reported that the prevalence levels of post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorder among adults living with HIV/AIDS was between 19% and 40% [6].”
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Counselors’ Perceptions of HIV/AIDS Counseling in Botswana: Professional Identity, Practice, and Training Issues
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“However, there is a paucity of research on HIV/ AIDS-related mental disorders in sub-Saharan Africa, and even less regarding HIV/AIDSrelated mental health counseling (Breuer et al. 2011; Freeman 2003).”
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Authors: Breuer, E., Myer, L., Struthers, H., & Joska, J. A.
Affiliations: University of Cape Town (ZA)
Anova Health Institute (ZA)
Groote Schuur Hospital (ZA)
ORCID: Breuer, Erica
Myer, Landon
Struthers, Helen
Joska, John A
Venue: African Journal of AIDS Research
Publisher: National Inquiry Services Center (NISC)
Published: 2011-06
Volume: 10
Issue: 2
Pages: 101-122
ISSN: 1608-5906 (ISSN-L)
1727-9445
DOI: 10.2989/16085906.2011.593373
OpenAlex: W2094957198
Cited by: 112
References: 166
Citations by year: 2026: 3 · 2025: 2 · 2024: 2 · 2023: 11 · 2022: 10 · 2021: 5 · 2020: 15 · 2019: 11 · 2018: 6 · 2017: 8 · 2016: 10 · 2015: 10 · 2014: 13 · 2013: 4 · 2012: 2
FWCI: 0.76
Type: journal article
Language: en
Open access: closed
Locations: African Journal of AIDS Research (publishedVersion)
PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders: United States Agency for International Development
U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
Anova Health Institute
Topics: Health Sciences › Medicine › Infectious Diseases › HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
Social Sciences › Economics, Econometrics and Finance › Economics and Econometrics › HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › Mental Health Treatment and Access
Keywords: HIV/AIDS, mental health, sub-Saharan Africa, people living with HIV, prevalence of mental disorders, HIV risk behavior, psychiatric populations, neurocognitive impairment, research priorities

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