Culturally tailored mobile smoking cessation and mental health support for Black adults with HIV
Official title: A National Test of a Culturally Tailored mHealth Integrated Smoking Cessation and Mental Health Intervention for Black Adults with HIV
Funded at University of Houston · NIH-11362609 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A mobile health program designed for Black adults living with HIV to help quit smoking and improve mental health in a way that respects culture and personal experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $940,020 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD019957-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11362609 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Black adults with HIV who smoke and have access to a smartphone.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals without HIV or those who do not smoke may not benefit from this intervention.
What this research studies
This project tests a culturally tailored, smartphone-based intervention that combines smoking cessation support with mental health resources for Black adults with HIV. It uses real-time mood and stress tracking to tailor messages and activities, aiming to reduce interoceptive stress and anxiety related to HIV and stigma. The program integrates behavioral coaching, coping strategies, and resources to support quitting smoking while managing HIV care and overall well-being. Participants will use the app over several months, with feedback loops to refine the approach for better engagement and outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could help more Black adults with HIV quit smoking and improve their mental health and HIV management.
How similar studies have gone: Prior work suggests culturally tailored digital interventions can improve engagement and smoking outcomes in diverse populations; this study builds on that by focusing on HIV-related stress and stigma.
Where this research is happening
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University of Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Garey, Lorra — University of Houston
- Study coordinator: Garey, Lorra
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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.