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September 5, 2025BMC PsychiatryOpen Access

Factors associated with depression among people living with HIV in primary health care of Southern Ethiopia

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TYTagese YakobBYBegidu YakobAAAwoke Abraham

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Cross-sectional study finds 30.2% depression prevalence in PLHIV, highlighting weak mental health screening in primary care.

Key Points

  • Depression prevalence among PLHIV was 30.2%, exceeding general population rates significantly.
  • Age 30-39 years and history of hospital admission were strong predictors of depression (AOR = 6.40).
  • Routine mental health screening in ART clinics is essential, particularly for younger patients and those hospitalized.
  • Integration with social services may help combat stigma and enhance support systems for PLHIV.

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Yakob et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c239a3b210217d6477d1a1https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-025-07345-7
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