This paper reviews the literature on various mental health problems and their impact on
adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART). Depression, anxiety disorders, and disorders …

Retention in HIV medical care has been recognized as critical for long-term favorable
clinical outcomes among HIV-positive patients. However, relatively little is known about …

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of sociodemographic
characteristics, patient perceptions, and patient characteristics including spirituality, self …

Background: An estimated 50% of people living with HIV (PLHIV) globally are unaware of
their status. Among those who know their HIV status, many do not receive antiretroviral …

HIV transmission may be prevented by effectively suppressing viral replication with
antiretroviral therapy (ART). However, adherence is essential to the success of ART …

This paper examines factors associated with adherence to antiretroviral medications (ARVs)
in an HIV-infected population at high risk for non-adherence: individuals living with …

Improving patient retention in HIV care and use of antiretroviral therapy (ART) are key steps
to improving the HIV care continuum in the US. However, contemporary quantitative data on …

Health behaviors such as retention in HIV medical care and adherence to antiretroviral
therapy (ART) pose major challenges to reducing new HIV infections, addressing health …

Engagement in HIV primary care and the receipt of antiretroviral therapy when clinically
indicated offers patients the opportunity to experience HIV disease as a chronic illness. Yet …

Among HIV-infected persons, high-level adherence to antiretroviral medications (> 90%–
95%) is associated with improved immunologic, virologic, and clinical outcomes, and is …