Psychosocial support interventions for improved adherence and retention in ART care for young people living with HIV (10–24 years): a scoping review
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2020Author
Okonji, Emeka F.
Mukumbang, Ferdinand C.
Orth, Zaida
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Mental health disorders such as high levels of anxiety, isolation, depression and suicide ideation
reported among young people living with HIV (10–24 years;YPLHIV) contribute significantly to poor medication
adherence and retention in care. While there is evidence supporting the role of psychosocial support interventions
in promoting adherence and retention in antiretroviral treatment (ART) among adults living with HIV, there is little
evidence on the role of psychosocial support on medication adherence among YPLHIV. This scoping review was
designed to identify and classify the types and effects of psychosocial support interventions designed to improve
adherence and retention in ART among YPLHIV globally.