A smartphone game to help African adolescents with HIV manage their care
A Smartphone Game to Increase Engagement in Care among African Adolescents Living with HIV
This study is creating a fun smartphone game called MyLife for teens aged 15-18 living with HIV in Kisumu, Kenya, to help them stick to their treatment and learn about their health in a supportive way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908641 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve health outcomes for adolescents living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa by developing a smartphone game called MyLife. Targeting adolescents aged 15-18 in Kisumu, Kenya, the game will focus on enhancing adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and addressing sexual and reproductive health needs. It will utilize socio-behavioral theories and evidence-based practices to empower players with knowledge, motivation, and skills for better self-care and treatment management. The game will also promote mental health, social support, and strategies to reduce stigma and sexual risk.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 15-18 living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 15-18 or those not living with HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve treatment adherence and overall health outcomes for adolescents living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with mobile health interventions in improving health outcomes, making this approach promising yet innovative.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Winskell, S Kate — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Winskell, S Kate
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.