Helping HIV-positive couples in South Africa reduce alcohol consumption using technology.
Couple-Based Motivational Interviewing with Technology to Reduce Alcohol Consumption in HIV+ South African Couples - Administrative Supplement
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-10812183
This study is looking at how couples living with HIV in South Africa can work together to cut down on drinking by using friendly conversations and a mobile breathalyzer that gives instant feedback on their alcohol use, all to help them support each other and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10812183 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on involving primary partners in alcohol reduction interventions for couples living with HIV in South Africa. It utilizes motivational interviewing, a proven method for reducing alcohol use, and integrates mobile breathalyzer technology to provide real-time feedback on alcohol consumption. By encouraging couples to communicate and support each other in their efforts to reduce drinking, the study aims to improve both their alcohol use and HIV treatment outcomes. The approach is designed to adapt existing interventions to better fit the dynamics of couples.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are HIV-positive individuals living in South Africa who are in a committed relationship and consume alcohol.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in a relationship or those who do not consume alcohol may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in alcohol consumption among HIV-positive couples, improving their overall health and treatment adherence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that motivational interviewing can effectively reduce alcohol use among individuals with HIV, suggesting a promising avenue for couple-based interventions.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CONROY, AMY ANNE — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: CONROY, AMY ANNE
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.
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