Resources

AETC National Curricula On-demand Training Websites

This curriculum provides an in-depth online resource for healthcare providers looking to deepen their knowledge on HIV/HCV coinfection. Topics covered include prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment recommendations, with a focus on barriers and other co-factors that may impede optimal treatment outcomes.

National HIV Curriculum
National HIV PrEP Curriculum
National STD Curriculum

Coverage
For information about patient coverage in your state, please reach out to your local AETC Office. They can advise you on the best ways to ensure your patients receive access to care.

Mental Health and HIV

A diagnosis of HIV is often an emotionally significant event that can be particularly challenging for individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions or substance use disorders. Patients newly diagnosed with HIV often benefit from the support of providers who understand the psychosocial challenges associated with HIV, including stigma, mental health concerns, and substance use, which can affect engagement in care and treatment adherence.

In addition, HIV and certain opportunistic infections can affect the central nervous system, potentially leading to cognitive, behavioral, or mood changes. These symptoms may be further complicated in individuals with substance use disorders and should prompt careful assessment and, when appropriate, referral to mental health or addiction specialists.

When identified early, these conditions are often effectively managed through a combination of counseling, psychiatric care, and treatment for substance use disorders. Integrating behavioral health and addiction services into HIV care can significantly improve patient outcomes. Your local AIDS

Education and Training Center (AETC) site can provide training and connect you with providers experienced in supporting individuals with newly diagnosed HIV, including addressing mental health and substance use needs.

Overview
The following resources provide an overview of mental health and substance use considerations in HIV care.
Prevention and Treatment of HIV Among People Living with Substance Use and/or Mental Disorders

The National Clinician Consultation Center (NCCC)

NCCC provides healthcare providers of all experience levels prompt, evidence-informed clinical guidance on HIV including perinatal HIV and pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP and PEP), viral hepatitis, and substance use evaluation and management. We offer online and phone-based clinical education tailored to the specific needs of providers and their patients. As part of the AIDS Education and Training Center (AETC Program), our service is cost-free, confidential, and available to all U.S.-based healthcare providers.

Learn more at nccc.ucsf.edu or call 844-ASK-NCCC (844-275-6222)