Hidden epidemic: HIV/AIDS among the seriously and persistently mentally ill Journal Article
| Author: | Odo, R. |
| Article Title: | Hidden epidemic: HIV/AIDS among the seriously and persistently mentally ill |
| Abstract: | Rates of HIV infection among the seriously and persistently mentally ill contradict the widely held belief that this population is not at high risk for HIV exposure. The literature suggests that, in part, due to pervasive misconceptions around issues of sexuality and illicit drug use, HIV-positive, mentally ill individuals are not receiving appropriate care. This article focuses on the interplay of mental illness, HIV infection, and service provision through a review of the literature and the presentation of a case study. Available services are detailed and barriers to their success discussed. The importance of comprehensive community-based services specifically designed to address the multifaceted needs of this population is highlighted. |
| Keywords: | adult; sexuality; mental disorders; medical care; hiv infections; health services accessibility; community health services; mental health services; case management; risk taking behavior; hiv infections -- epidemiology; hiv infections -- risk factors; female; hiv infections -- therapy |
| Journal Title: | Social Work in Mental Health |
| Volume: | 1 |
| Issue: | 3 |
| ISSN: | 1533-2985 |
| Publisher: | Haworth Press Inc |
| Date Published: | 2003-09-01 |
| Start Page: | 19 |
| End Page: | 34 |
| Language: | English |
| ACCESSION: | 2003153854 |
| PROVIDER: | EBSCOhost |
| PROVIDER: | cin20 |
| DOI: | 10.1300/J200v01n03_02 |
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| Notes: | Accession Number: 2003153854 -- Entry Date: 20031114 -- Revision Date: 20120309 -- Publication Type: journal article; case study; review -- Journal Subset: Allied Health; Online/Print; Peer Reviewed; USA -- Special Interest: Psychiatry/Psychology -- NLM UID: 101180874. -- Source: cin20 |
