scholarly journals Factors affecting psychosocial well-being and quality of life among women living with HIV/AIDS

2015 ◽  
Vol 05 (04) ◽  
pp. 066-076
Author(s):  
Shrinivasa Bhat U. ◽  
Anish V. Cherian ◽  
Aneesh Bhat ◽  
Helena J. Chapman ◽  
Ammu Lukose ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Therapeutic Interventions ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

AbstractWomen who are infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) represent a major public health priority due to the disease impact on health, family, and society. Despite the growing number of empirical studies in this area, particularly from developing countries, there are few review articles that explore the psychosocial challenges faced by women living with HIV/AIDS. This clinical review describes prominent factors that influence treatment and quality of life among this target group. Implications and recommendations highlight therapeutic interventions that provide immediate psychosocial and psychophysical support. The review also proposes a conceptual model that may serve as a psychosocial management tool for mental health practitioners in developing countries who counsel women living with HIV/AIDS.

scholarly journals Quality of Life of Pregnant Women Living with HIV/AIDS

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (05) ◽  
pp. 246-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariângela Silveira ◽  
Cristina Müller ◽  
Marysabel Silveira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals A comparison of the MOS-HIV and SF-12v2 for measuring health-related quality of life of men and women living with HIV/AIDS

2011 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allyson Ion ◽  
Wenjie Cai ◽  
Dawn Elston ◽  
Eleanor Pullenayegum ◽  
Fiona Smaill ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Impact of Mental wellbeing and Quality of Life on Depression, Anxiety and Stress among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA)

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhavna Mukund ◽  
Rejani Thudalikunil Gopalan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental Well Being ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background: People living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) manifest a wide range of stress responses ranging from disbelief, denial, fear to extreme conditions of anxiety disorders, depression and even suicidal thoughts. These complications can have a significant impact on daily functioning and greatly diminish quality of life. Mental wellbeing and Quality of Life can help in better management of stress and facilitate adaptive coping among PLWHA. Aim: The research examined the impact of mental wellbeing and Quality of Life on Depression, Anxiety and Stress among people living with HIV/AIDS infection. Research Design: Cross sectional survey design was used. Sample: A sample of 60 people (males and females of equal number) over the age of 18 years and with the diagnosis for HIV/AIDS for more than six months participated in the study. Tools used: To assess the depression, anxiety and stress among PLWHA, DASS scale was used and to assess their psychological wellbeing, Warwick Edinburgh Mental Well-Being scale was used. In order to assess their present status of QOL regarding the illness, WHO’s QOL HIV-BREF Scale was used. Results: Majority of the PLWHA had moderate level of anxiety and mild level of depression after being diagnosed. Most of the participants have positive mental well-being and had enhanced quality of life. Conclusion: A direct effect of mental wellbeing has been found on the depression, anxiety and stress among PLWHA indicating that higher the mental wellbeing of the PLWHA, the greater is the likelihood that they do not suffer from depression, exhibit less anxiety and are living a stress free life and vice versa. The study also found direct impact of QOL on psychological distress, depression and anxiety among PLWHA i.e. poor QOL of PLWHA makes them more prone to and vulnerable to stress, depression and anxiety and vice versa.

scholarly journals Perceived Stigma and Quality of Life Among Women Living with HIV/AIDS

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nooshin Zarei ◽  
Hassan Joulaei ◽  
Mohammad Fararouei
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Perceived Stigma ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Personality, quality of life and HAART adherence among men and women living with HIV/AIDS

2003 ◽  
Vol 54 (3) ◽  
pp. 271-278 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank J Penedo ◽  
Jeffrey S Gonzalez ◽  
Jason R Dahn ◽  
Mike Antoni ◽  
Robert Malow ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Haart Adherence ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Adherence to antiretroviral treatment and quality of life among transgender women living with HIV/AIDS in São Paulo, Brazil

AIDS Care ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thiago E. Sabino ◽  
Vivian I. Avelino-Silva ◽  
Clara Cavalcantte ◽  
Silvia P. Goulart ◽  
Olinda C. Luiz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Antiretroviral Treatment ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
Transgender Women ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Psychological Impacts among Older and Younger People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nanning, China

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hongjie Liu ◽  
Xin He ◽  
Judith A. Levy ◽  
Yongfang Xu ◽  
Chunpeng Zang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Psychological Impacts ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Objectives. The HIV epidemic has drastically increased among older adults in China, yet little research has examined the psychological impacts among older and younger people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHAs). This study examined and compared self-efficacy, depression, well-being, and quality of life among older and younger PLWHAs in China.Method. A two-stage sampling procedure was used to recruit a final sample of 148 participants. Older adults were defined as age 50 and older.Result. Compared to younger PLWHAs aged 18–49 years old, older PLWHAs reported lower levels of well-being (7.6 versus 11.4), higher levels of depression (18.6 versus 15.8), and poorer quality of life. Self-efficacy was similar among older (23.9) and younger (24.6) PLWHAs. A higher level of depression among older PLWHAs was associated with much lower levels of subjective well-being and quality of life (physical health and psychological health).Conclusion. The findings suggest that older PLWHAs face psychological problems and mental health challenges beyond those experienced by younger PLWHAs. Intervention programs dedicated to improving mental health and quality of life are greatly needed for HIV infected older adults.

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