How food support improves mental health among people living with HIV: A qualitative study

Food insecurity is associated with poor mental health among people living with HIV (PLHIV). This qualitative study explored the mental health experiences of PLHIV participating in a medically appropriate food support program. Semi-structured interviews were conducted post-intervention (n = 34). Inte...

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Hauptverfasser: Chayama, Koharu Loulou, Hufstedler, Emiliano Lemus, Whittle, Henry J, Nápoles, Tessa M, Seligman, Hilary, Madsen, Kimberly, Frongillo, Edward A, Weiser, Sheri D, Palar, Kartika
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description Food insecurity is associated with poor mental health among people living with HIV (PLHIV). This qualitative study explored the mental health experiences of PLHIV participating in a medically appropriate food support program. Semi-structured interviews were conducted post-intervention (n = 34). Interview topics included changes, or lack thereof, in mental health and reasons for changes. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and double-coded. Salient themes were identified using an inductive-deductive method. Positive changes in mental health self-reported by PLHIV included improved mood and reduced stress, worry, and anxiety. Participants attributed these changes to: 1) increased access to sufficient and nutritious foods, 2) increased social support, 3) reduced financial hardship, 4) increased sense of control and self-esteem, and 5) reduced functional barriers to eating. Medically appropriate food support may improve mental health for some PLHIV. Further work is needed to understand and prevent possible adverse consequences on mental health after programs end.
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subjects Analysis
Antiviral agents
Anxiety
Biology and Life Sciences
Care and treatment
Data collection
Dosage and administration
Feeding assistance (Patient care)
Food
Food quality
Food security
Food Supply
Health aspects
HIV
HIV (Viruses)
HIV Infections - complications
HIV Infections - therapy
HIV patients
Human immunodeficiency virus
Humans
Intervention
Interviews
Low income groups
Meals
Medical research
Medicine
Medicine and Health Sciences
Mental depression
Mental Health
Nutrition research
Population
Qualitative Research
Research and Analysis Methods
Research methodology
Social aspects
Social interactions
Social Sciences
Social Support
Stress (Psychology)
Type 2 diabetes
Vegetarianism
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