Asogun Daniel
Central Hospital, NigeriaTitle: Mental Health Interventions among People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria - A scoping Review
Abstract
Background:
People who are living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) often face numerous mental health
challenges, such as depression and anxiety disorders. The objective of this
scoping review was to systematically analyse and synthesise the existing
literature on mental health interventions available for PLWHA in Nigeria.
Methods: To
conduct this review, a comprehensive search of reputable sources including
PUBMED, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Hinari, and African Journal Online
(AJOL) was performed. Adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic
Reviews and Meta-Analysis extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) reporting
guidelines, a total of 6 studies were identified, spanning from 2007 and 2021,
that focused on interventions addressing adverse mental health conditions among
PLWHA.
Results: The
studies were conducted in three different regions across Nigeria, with the
highest number of studies conducted in the South-West region (3). Among the
mental health conditions addressed in these studies, depression was the most
prevalent (4 out of 6 studies, or 66.7%), followed by depression co-occurring
with other mental health conditions (3 out of 6 studies, or 50%).
The most commonly utilised interventions in
the reviewed studies were cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and aerobic
exercise delivery, each accounting for 33.3% of the interventions. All of the
studies reported positive outcomes in terms of participants' mental health. The
majority of the studies (83.3%) involved professional counsellors administering
the mental health interventions, followed by physiotherapists (33.3%) and
psychotherapists (33.3%).
Conclusions: The
findings of this review indicate that there is a significantly limited number
of implemented interventions addressing the various forms of mental distress
experienced by PLWHA, particularly in high prevalence areas of Nigeria. This
highlights a crucial research gap and emphasises the need for more
interventions that specifically address the mental health needs of PLWHA in
Nigeria, taking into consideration the unique challenges and opportunities
present in the country.
Biography
Daniel Asogun, a medical professional, obtained his MBBS degree from Ambrose Alli University in Nigeria at the age of 26. Currently, he is engaged in his medical internship at Central Hospital in Benin City, Nigeria. As a junior researcher, Daniel has made significant contributions to the field with three publications and one poster presentation. His research interests primarily revolve around the care and management of individuals living with HIV/AIDS and oncology. Daniel holds the position of a research fellow at Urbanhealth 360, an esteemed institution based in the United States. Additionally, he is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the International AIDS Organization (IAS). Demonstrating his dedication to the well-being of young people, Daniel serves as a vocal advocate for youth health. In his leisure time, he indulges in his passion for traveling and also runs a YouTube channel.
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