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Aerobic Exercise Tied to Improved Depression in People With HIV

Aug 13, 2019: However, a recent literature review did not find a link between such exercise and improved inflammation.

Depression Is Common, Often Undertreated, in People With HIV

Jan 30, 2019: Drug users, especially if they have panic symptoms, are the most likely to be depressed and least likely to be treated.

POZ Poll: Do you think any of your meds have caused you to feel depressed?

Jul 2, 2018: Tell us what you think!

POZ Poll: Has depression ever hindered your engagement in HIV care?

Mar 5, 2018: Tell us what you think!

Tivicay, a Component of Triumeq, May Have Rare Severe Depression Side Effect

Sep 13, 2017: Clinicians have presented a pair of case reports of patients going on the HIV medication and experiencing severe mental health reactions.

Numerous Medications Are Linked to Depression and Suicidal Symptoms

Jun 21, 2018: This finding came from a larger report indicating that U.S. residents are increasingly taking drugs linked to such symptoms.

Ugandan Study Contradicts Sustiva’s Ties to Depression and Suicidal Thoughts

Jun 27, 2018: Various other studies have indeed found such a link.

Missing Link: “When We Talk About Depression, We Need to Talk about Addiction”

Jun 22, 2018: I tried suicide because I was depressed from the booze I guzzled. Why is substance use absent from the suicide & depression conversation?

Phone-Based Psychotherapy Eases Depression in People With HIV

Feb 23, 2018: This finding could lead to greater access to psychological services for those living in rural areas.

Among Teens, Sex and Heroin Use Are Down But Depression Is on the Rise

Jun 22, 2018: A CDC report reveals new trends.

Depression Linked to Risk of Death Among Women With HIV

Apr 18, 2018: In a long-term study, women who spent more time living with depression were more likely to die.

Depression Is Linked With Poorer Outcomes in HIV Care

Apr 25, 2018: A recent study found that more time spent depressed meant a greater risk of missing clinic visits, having a detectable viral load and death.

HIV and Depression

Feb 14, 2016: In the language of clinical psychology, depression is a syndrome, a cluster of emotional, physical and behavioral symptoms characterized by sa...