Improving health outcomes for women living with HIV
Women focused Encounters for Resilience, Independence, Strength and Eudaimonia (WE RISE)
This study is looking to help women living with HIV by combining therapy, exercise, and support from peers to improve their health and treatment adherence over a year.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11098646 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health outcomes of women living with HIV by addressing the interconnected issues of substance use, trauma, and HIV care access. It employs a combination of acceptance and commitment therapy, exercise, and social support provided by peer navigators over a 48-week period. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions through a randomized trial involving women living with HIV, aiming to improve their adherence to treatment and overall well-being. Additionally, it will assess strategies to ensure these interventions can be sustained and effectively disseminated within communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV who may also be experiencing substance use issues or trauma.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not face challenges related to substance use or trauma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for women living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrated approaches addressing multiple health and social issues can be effective, suggesting potential success for this novel intervention.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Karris, Maile Ann Young — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Karris, Maile Ann Young
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.