Evaluating Connections Between Polysubstance Use, Social Drivers of Health, and Mental Health Symptoms in People With HIV - Takeaways - MDSpire

Evaluating Connections Between Polysubstance Use, Social Drivers of Health, and Mental Health Symptoms in People With HIV

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  • Ann Avery

  • Yanis Bitar

  • David Hussey

  • Corrilynn O Hileman

  • April 24, 2025

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    Polysubstance use among persons with HIV (PWH) correlates with higher risks of social determinants of health (SDOH) and mental health symptoms.

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    Substance-using groups reported significantly higher rates of transportation needs and food insecurity compared to controls.

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    Mental health symptoms, including depression and PTSD, were more prevalent in substance-using groups than in those with no substance use.

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    The study involved 171 participants, with a majority being male and Black, and highlighted socioeconomic factors impacting health outcomes.

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    Findings suggest a need for targeted interventions to address SDOH and mental health in PWH who engage in substance use.

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Evaluating Connections Between Polysubstance Use, Social Drivers of Health, and Mental Health Symptoms in People With HIV

  • by Ann Avery, Yanis Bitar, David Hussey, Corrilynn O Hileman

  • April 24, 2025

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