Research Article

Provider perspectives on antiretroviral therapy adherence among psychiatric inpatients in Botswana

Published in: African Journal of AIDS Research
Volume 22 , issue 2 : Entrepreneurship and Africa’s Cultural Context , 2024 , pages: 123–130
DOI: 10.2989/16085906.2023.2213211
Author(s): Maria Albin Qambayot University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Sarita Naidoo University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa,
Keywords: barriers, facilitators, HIV, mental disorders, strategies,
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Abstract

Background: Optimal adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) is crucial for the effective management of HIV. Mental disorders often co-occur with HIV infection which often compromises ART adherence. Little is known about ART adherence in psychiatric settings in sub-Saharan Africa.
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