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Effectiveness of Psychological Intervention and the Potential of Group Art Therapy in Hiv: Review

Author(s) Ms. Sona Nowrin S, Mr. Chanthuru S
Country India
Abstract living with HIV frequently experience depression, anxiety, stigma, and reduced self-esteem, which compromise quality of life and adherence to antiretroviral therapy. This reviews aim to analyze the effectiveness of various psychosocial therapies, used in the care of people living with HIV, highlighting the underexplored potential of group art therapy. A range of psychosocial interventions like cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness based approach, interpersonal therapy, family based intervention, psychoeducation and peer support have demonstrated the benefits in improving mental health and treatment adherence. However, group art therapy has demonstrated positive outcome in diverse population such as older adults, children, cancer patients, trauma survivors, LGBTQ+ population and chronic illness individuals. Given its ability to reduce depression, anxiety and stigma while enhancing self-esteem and coping, group art therapy emerges as a promising intervention for people living with HIV. This review recommends integrating group art therapy into HIV care frameworks to provide a culturally adaptable, non-stigmatizing and cost-effective approach to enhance psychological well-being and support treatment adherence.
Keywords HIV, Group Art Therapy, Psychosocial Intervention,
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2025.v06i06.2420
Short DOI https://doi.org/hbdwf7

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