Perspectives: How can we improve mental health services for people living with HIV in the Asia-Pacific?

Post Date: 
2018-09-19
Source: 
amFAR

People living with HIV are known to have higher rates of mental health issues than their uninfected peers, which can worsen their quality of life and affect adherence to HIV treatment. In the Asia-Pacific region, such issues are often inadequately studied and treated. Over the past two years, TREAT Asia has convened think tanks and trainings to prioritize and address associated research and clinical needs. We asked four individuals on the front lines of HIV and mental health care in Asia for their suggestions on improving mental health services for people living with HIV.