Pediatric HIV disease: What psychologists need to know.

Current estimates of the prevalence of pediatric HIV indicate that in 1992 there may be 10,000–20,000 infected infants and children. These youngsters are at risk for developmental disabilities, intellectual and academic impairment, and emotional and behavioral difficulties, and it is likely that psychologists will encounter HIV-infected children in schools, hospitals, and community-based clinics. Basic concepts of pediatric HIV disease are elucidated, and recent research investigating affected psychological processes is provided. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)