This presentation will define depression in the context of those newly diagnosed with HIV and discuss how depression impacts HIV transmission and the HIV care continuum. This presentation will also cover screening tools used to identify depression and help identify unique ways to combat depression among newly diagnosed people with HIV. Lastly, we will explore available resources to providers and patients to help overcome depression amongst this population.

Speakers

Melonie A. Owusu, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC (she,her,hers)
Nurse Practitioner
THRIVE Program
Institute of Human Virology

Disclosure(s)

The staff and faculty involved with the planning of today’s event do not have any conflicts of interest to disclose. The MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center does not endorse or recommend any commercial products, processes, or services. The representations and opinions expressed in this presentation are solely those of the author(s) and do not represent the views or policies of MA AETC, the University of Pittsburgh, or its funding agencies.