Journal of Depression Anxiety Science(JDAS)
Nefsu Awoke
Wolaita Sodo University, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Public Health, Ethiopia
Publications
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Research Article
Depression Among HIV-Positive Individuals Attending the Antiretroviral Treatment Clinics of Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia.
Author(s): Aseb Arba, Nefsu Awoke, Mistire Teshome, Tsegaye Lolaso, Kebreab Paulos, Serawit Samuel, Beimnet Desalegn and Yohannes Yaya Uka*
Introduction: People who are infected with HIV are more likely to develop depression than the general population. It is one of the causes of poor adherence to Anti-retroviral therapy and worsens the patient’s condition and leads to death. Most studies conducted in the area addressed a single setting whereas this study was multi-central. So, it is important to assess the prevalence of depression and its determinants among HIV-positive individuals attending ART clinics of Wolaita Zone. Objective: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and determinants of depression among HIV-positive individuals attending ART clinics in Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia. Methods and Materials: Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among HIV-positive individuals attending ART clinics of Wolaita Zone. Data was collected f.. Read More»