What common HIV-related medical conditions have psychiatric symptoms?
It is essential for primary care providers to be aware of the need for a comprehensive evaluation of psychiatric symptoms in persons with HIV disease. Many psychiatric symptoms can indicate an underlying opportunistic disease or other condition (see Table 14-1). What are the most common mistakes made in mental health management of HIV-infected patients? Primary care providers commonly 1) under-diagnose depression, 2) under-dose antidepressant medications, 3) neglect substance use management and treatment, 4) stigmatize patients with psychiatric disorders, and 5) assume that psychotherapy implies a lengthy and detailed conversation.
