Implementation of group interpersonal therapy to treat depression in people living with HIV: A first evaluation of IPT dissemination in Senegal.

ABSTRACT: Group interpersonal therapy (IPT) was introduced to Senegal to treat depression in people living with HIV (PLWH), using a task-shifting approach. Following successful implementation at a tertiary-level hospital in Dakar, we evaluate IPT's acceptability, feasibility and benefits in primary and secondary-level suburban health facilities. We assess the impact of IPT adaptations and organizational changes and identify sustainability requirements. PLWH with depression received group IPT following the World Health Organization protocol. Acceptability, feasibility and implementation aspects were assessed quantitatively and qualitatively following specific conceptual frameworks. Depressive symptoms severity (PHQ-9) and functioning (WHODAS) were measured pre-, post-treatment and at 3-month follow-u

SUBMITTER: Lam HA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12322780 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature