Suicidal behaviour and HIV infection--is there a link?
The association between suicidal behaviour and HIV infection has been the subject of much attention in recent years. In this paper we review the evidence about the prevalence of suicide, suicidal ideation and deliberate self-harm in individuals with HIV infection. Finally we discuss the significance of the findings, in particular some of the methodological problems encountered in this field.
Catalan
J
J
Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School, Psychological Medicine Unit, South Kensington, UK.
Pugh
K
K
D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000523:psychology; D062787:Drug Overdose; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D015995:Prevalence; D016728:Self-Injurious Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D013405:Suicide / Q000523:psychology*