Improving HIV prevention and substance use support for homeless youth
Assessing the use of MY-RIDE, a just-in-time adaptive intervention, to Improve HIV prevention and Substance Use in Youth Experiencing Homelessness
This study is testing a helpful mobile program called MY-RIDE that aims to support young people experiencing homelessness in staying safe from HIV and reducing substance use, by sending them personalized messages and feedback based on their needs, all while being easy to access even if they don’t have stable housing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| 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-10932983 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a mobile health intervention called MY-RIDE, designed to help youth experiencing homelessness (YEH) improve their HIV prevention strategies and reduce substance use. By utilizing real-time assessments, MY-RIDE delivers personalized messages and behavioral feedback to address the unique challenges faced by these young individuals. The intervention incorporates motivational interviewing and shared decision-making techniques, providing support through nurse-led sessions that are accessible even in unstable housing situations. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of MY-RIDE through a randomized trial involving 320 participants aged 18-25 over a period of 12 months.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth aged 18-25 who are currently experiencing homelessness and are at risk for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing homelessness or are outside the age range of 18-25 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance HIV prevention efforts and reduce substance use among homeless youth, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results with similar mobile health interventions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
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.