Exploring the role of household and individual-level factors in depressive symptoms among people initiating ART in Cape Town, South Africa: a cross-sectional study

Key Result

Household and individual-level factors were evaluated for their association with depressive symptoms among people initiating antiretroviral therapy in South Africa.

Key Points

• This study aims to investigate how household and individual-level factors influence depressive symptoms among individuals starting ART in Cape Town.
• Cross-sectional design conducted among individuals initiating ART in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Registration identifier: PACTR201906476052236.
• Identified significant associations between household factors and depressive symptoms, with varied impact based on individual-level characteristics.