Intimate partner violence, social support, and depression among women living with HIV in Wakiso District, central Uganda: findings from a sequential mixed-methods study | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Intimate partner violence, social support, and depression among women living with HIV in Wakiso District, central Uganda: findings from a sequential mixed-methods study
Key Points
Depression is significantly affected by intimate partner violence in women living with HIV.
Women reporting high social support showed lower depression levels despite experiencing violence.
Mixed-methods approach combines quantitative and qualitative data for a comprehensive analysis.
Findings highlight the importance of social support systems in mitigating depression among vulnerable populations.