Exploring HIV status as a mediator in the relationship of psychological distress with socio-demographic and health related factors in South Africa: findings from the 2012 nationally representative population-based household survey

Exploring HIV status as a mediator in the relationship of psychological distress with socio-demographic and health related factors in South Africa: findings from the 2012 nationally representative population-based household survey

Abstract Background Psychological distress as measured by mental disorders like depression and anxiety is more prevalent in people living with HIV (PLHIV) than in the general population. However, the relationship between mental disorders and HIV is complex and bidirectional. Improved understanding o...

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Main Authors: Nolusindiso Ncitakalo, Lovemore Nyasha Sigwadhi, Musawenkosi Mabaso, John Joska, Leickness Simbayi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-02-01
Series:AIDS Research and Therapy
Subjects:
Psychological distress
HIV status
South Africa
Structural Equation Model
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12981-022-00498-5

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