Factors Affecting Cognitive Functioning in a Sample of Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Positive Injection Drug Users
Margolin A, Avants SK, Warburton LA, Hawkins KA. Factors Affecting Cognitive Functioning in a Sample of Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Positive Injection Drug Users. AIDS Patient Care And STDs 2002, 16: 255-267. PMID: 12133261, DOI: 10.1089/10872910260066697.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive functioningTest performanceNeuropsychological test performanceSelf-report measuresVisual-motor coordinationNP test performanceInjection drug usersEvidence of impairmentDrug useCognitive flexibilityNP test batteryVerbal informationNation's inner citiesTest batteryEducational attainmentDrug-abusing individualsDrug usersSubstance abuseCognitive impairmentIndependent contributionTreatment interventionsViral loadLittle researchPsychiatric problemsSuccessful engagement