Improving HIV care and treatment adherence in stigmatized environments
Intervention to Improve HIV Care Retention and Antiretroviral Adherence inStigmatized Environments
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT STORRS · NIH-10744207
This study is testing a friendly phone counseling program to help people with HIV in South Africa feel more comfortable and supported in sticking to their treatment, by tackling the stigma around the condition.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT STORRS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STORRS-MANSFIELD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10744207 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance retention in HIV care and adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) by addressing the stigma associated with HIV infection. It involves a mobile-phone delivered counseling intervention that focuses on reducing stigma-related barriers to care in South Africa. The intervention is based on Behavioral Self-Regulation Theory and is designed to empower patients through health decision-making and problem-solving skills. Community health workers will deliver the intervention to ensure it is accessible and scalable.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV in South Africa who face stigma and barriers to accessing care.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who do not experience stigma related to their condition may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health outcomes of individuals living with HIV by increasing their retention in care and adherence to treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing stigma can improve health outcomes for individuals with HIV, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
STORRS-MANSFIELD, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT STORRS — STORRS-MANSFIELD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KALICHMAN, SETH C — UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT STORRS
- Study coordinator: KALICHMAN, SETH C
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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