| Title | Interpersonal predictors of depression trajectories in women with HIV. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2005 |
| Authors | Milan, Stephanie, Jeannette Ickovics, David Vlahov, Robert Boland, Ellie Schoenbaum, Paula Schuman, and Janet Moore |
| Journal | Journal of consulting and clinical psychology |
| Volume | 73 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pagination | 678-88 |
| Date Published | 2005 Aug |
| ISSN | 0022-006X |
| Keywords | Adolescent, Adult, Depression, Female, HIV Infections, Humans, Interpersonal Relations, Middle Aged, Questionnaires, Severity of Illness Index |
| Abstract | This article tests an interpersonal model of depression symptom trajectories tailored to the experiences of women with HIV. Specifically, the authors examined how bereavement, maternal role difficulty, HIV-related social isolation, and partner conflict predicted change in depressive symptoms over 5 years in 761 women with HIV, controlling for sociodemographic and clinical health factors. Of these interpersonal characteristics, partner conflict emerged as a robust predictor of change in depressive symptoms in growth curve and cross-lag models. Results highlight the need for interventions focusing on interpersonal issues, particularly intimate relationships, in women with HIV. |
| DOI | 10.1007/s10995-010-0650-3 |
| Alternate Journal | J Consult Clin Psychol |
