Living with HIV and Mental Health

Although anyone at any age may find themselves struggling with a mental health condition and/or suicidal ideation, some populations are at an even higher risk than the general population. Many factors contribute to increased risk of mental illness, but living with a serious, chronic medical condition like HIV can significantly impact mental and emotional health. People living with HIV often suffer from depression, thereby significantly increasing their risk for suicide. Read more bit.ly/2OXyWzQ. This release was written by the NJ AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline FB / Twitter / Website