Predicting adherence to antiretroviral therapy and retention to HIV care : effects of baseline biopsychosocial status and neuropsychological functioning

These drugs have demonstrated efficacy in improving immune function and reducing HIV-related morbidity and mortality, and while a cure is not available, patients on treatment may live longer, healthier lives. However, early optimism has been tempered by the growing recognition that meticulous adherence is a prerequisite for optimal clinical response and prevention of drug resistance.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

Department of Psychology

Year dc:date.issued

2011

Author dc:creator

• Mark, Daniella

Advisors dc:contributor.advisor

• Solms, Mark
• Bekker, Linda-Gail

Language dc:language.iso

eng

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/11427/11295

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:open.uct.ac.za:11427/11295