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Published in: AIDS and Behavior 1/2011

01-01-2011 | Original Paper

Depression Among HIV-Positive Individuals in Botswana: A Behavioral Surveillance

Authors: Kathy Lawler, Mosepele Mosepele, Esther Seloilwe, Sarah Ratcliffe, Katherine Steele, Rudo Nthobatsang, Andrew Steenhoff

Published in: AIDS and Behavior | Issue 1/2011

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Abstract

This study examined incidence of depression in HIV-positive individuals in Botswana. One hundred and twenty HIV-positive individuals were administered a measure of daily activities and two measures of depression. Twenty four to 38% were diagnosed with depression, suicidal ideation ranged from 9 to 12%, with a positive correlation between scores on the two depression measures. Depression was associated with greater impairment in activities of daily living, especially the ability to take medication. These instruments can diagnose depression in persons living with HIV in developing countries, which will help to target those at risk for poor adherence, and will enable better allocation of limited resources.
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Metadata
Title
Depression Among HIV-Positive Individuals in Botswana: A Behavioral Surveillance
Authors
Kathy Lawler
Mosepele Mosepele
Esther Seloilwe
Sarah Ratcliffe
Katherine Steele
Rudo Nthobatsang
Andrew Steenhoff
Publication date
01-01-2011
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
AIDS and Behavior / Issue 1/2011
Print ISSN: 1090-7165
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3254
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-009-9622-2

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