Enhancing HIV prevention and substance use services for young survivors of sexual assault
Improving HIV Prevention and Substance Use Post-Sexual Assault Services for Adolescents and Young Adults
This study is looking to make healthcare easier for young people who have gone through sexual violence by adding same-day HIV prevention and help for substance use to the care they already receive, and it will involve talking to survivors to make sure these services really fit their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11146915 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve access to healthcare services for adolescents and young adults who have experienced sexual violence. It focuses on integrating same-day HIV prophylaxis and substance use prevention into existing care provided by sexual assault nurse examiners. By conducting interviews with survivors and key informants, the study seeks to tailor these services to better meet the needs of young survivors. The goal is to create a supportive environment that addresses both HIV risks and substance misuse effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults who have experienced sexual violence and are seeking medical care.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced sexual violence or are outside the adolescent and young adult age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the long-term health risks associated with HIV and substance misuse for young survivors of sexual assault.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting this intersection of services, similar approaches in integrating healthcare for trauma survivors have shown promise in other contexts.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Santa Maria, Diane M. — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Santa Maria, Diane M.
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.