A psicologia e a adesão ao tratamento de pessoas vivendo com HIV/AIDS : uma revisão integrativa

Abstract

This Final Undergraduate Paper aims to investigate the contributions of psychology to treatment adherence among people living with HIV/AIDS, based on an integrative review of national scientific literature. Adherence to antiretroviral therapy is essential for improving quality of life and reducing viral load and is influenced by several biopsychosocial factors. The methodology adopted was an integrative review, selecting 11 articles published in the last five years from databases such as BVS, BDTD, and CAPES Journals. The analysis of the studies allowed the organization of findings into four thematic categories: barriers to treatment adherence; facilitating factors and strategies to promote adherence; psychological aspects and the role of psychology; and education, communication, and patient autonomy. The results show that psychology plays a fundamental role in strengthening the therapeutic bond, addressing stigma, promoting self-care, and supporting the construction of patient autonomy. It is concluded that qualified psychological interventions, integrated into public health practices, are essential to improve adherence and ensure more humanized and effective care.