Mind and Immunity: Exploring the Interplay Between Hiv and Mental Health Disorders - A Review

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HIV significantly impacts mental health, with higher rates of depression, anxiety, and neurocognitive disorders among patients.
Neuroinflammatory processes triggered by HIV in the central nervous system contribute to mental health challenges.
Chronic immune activation marked by elevated cytokines plays a role in the development of psychiatric conditions in HIV-positive individuals.
Psychological distress can worsen immune function, decrease CD4+ T-cell counts, and hinder adherence to antiretroviral therapy.

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This review explores how HIV affects mental health and immune function, suggesting significant implications for treatment.

Obeagu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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