Abstract
Abstract Objective: The present integrative literature review aimed to verify the scientific knowledge produced about social support for elderly persons with HIV/Aids. Method: A search was carried out in the Lilacs, Medline, Scopus and Web of Science databases for studies published in the last ten years. The final analysis consisted of seven articles. Results: It was found that social support is extremely important in the life of the elderly with HIV/Aids, and a real need for this support was identified. Such support can both contribute to quality of life in many ways, as well as impair the care of those who live with the disease, as the diagnosis, treatment and the entire stigma surrounding this chronic condition directly influence the type and quality of support provided. Conclusion: It is hoped that the results of this review will contribute to are flection on health practices for the elderly with HIV/Aids.
Highlights
The population aged 60 and over in Brazilian society is growing rapidly
The aim of the present study was to carry out an integrative review of literature, seeking scientific evidence about social support for the elderly living with HIV/AIDS
Comparison of alternative models for adherence to antiretroviral drugs among the elderly living with HIV/ AIDS
Summary
At the same time, fastmoving advances in medicine and technology are allowing people to grow older in a healthier way, with a better quality of life. This includes prolonging sexual activity through facilitators of modern life, such as hormone replacement and impotence drugs. The overall population is aging and the increase in HIV prevalence among the elderly is related to the fact that people can contract HIV at more advanced ages through unprotected sex, as well as the greater life expectancy of people who have been living with HIV since before the age of 602
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