Perceived Family Support and Depression among People Living with HIV/AIDS in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Conclusion:
In Nepal, PLWHA display a higher level of depression than HIV-negative people, and a lower level of PFS is associated with depression among PLWHA. Improved family support might be helpful in reducing depression among Nepalese PLWHA.

Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - May 6, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Shrestha, S., Poudel, K. C., Poudel-Tandukar, K., Kobayashi, J., Pandey, B. D., Yasuoka, J., Otsuka, K., Jimba, M. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research