Year: 1990 Source: Psychological Medicine, v.20, no.3, (August 1990), p.547-563 SIEC No: 19910196

Reviews the literature & describes psychiatric manifestations seen in HIV-1 infected patients, including: neuropsychological impairment without dementia, delirium, acute stress reactions, adjustment, acute psychotic & mood disorders, & suicide. AIDS-related psychopathology in Ss without HIV-1 infection is noted & the need for facilities, health care professionals with adequate training & positive attitudes towards AIDS patients & support for AIDS care providers is emphasized. (108 refs.)