Mental illness remains a barrier to HIV treatment adherence in South Africa

Antiretroviral treatment, when taken consistently, can ensure that a person living with HIV can live a long and healthy life. Yet treatment adherence remains a challenge. Research has shown that mental health struggles can make taking medication challenging. How big a problem is this in South Africa?. A team of HSRC researchers explored the extent of mental distress among people living with HIV and its impact on treatment adherence using the latest national data.

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Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2026-05-22
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https://doi.org/10.14749/32364561
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HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
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Mental illness remains a barrier to HIV treatment adherence in South Africa

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Mental illness remains a barrier to HIV treatment adherence in South Africa

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Abstract

Antiretroviral treatment, when taken consistently, can ensure that a person living with HIV can live a long and healthy life. Yet treatment adherence remains a challenge. Research has shown that mental health struggles can make taking medication challenging. How big a problem is this in South Africa?. A team of HSRC researchers explored the extent of mental distress among people living with HIV and its impact on treatment adherence using the latest national data.

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