Improving HIV prevention for pregnant women in South Africa
Reducing psychological barriers to PrEP persistence among pregnant and postpartum women in Cape Town, South Africa
This study is all about helping pregnant and new moms in South Africa who are at high risk for HIV by providing support to help them stick to their HIV prevention medication, especially by addressing feelings of stress and sadness that might make it hard for them to take it regularly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899757 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping pregnant and postpartum women in South Africa who are at high risk for HIV by improving their adherence to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). It aims to address psychological barriers such as posttraumatic stress and depression that can hinder consistent use of PrEP. The study will develop and test a cognitive behavioral intervention designed to support these women in overcoming these challenges, ultimately enhancing their ability to maintain PrEP use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant or postpartum women in South Africa who are at risk of HIV and may be experiencing psychological challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or postpartum, or those who do not face psychological barriers to PrEP adherence, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV prevention strategies for pregnant women, significantly reducing their risk of acquiring the virus.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing psychological factors can improve adherence to HIV prevention methods, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University (Charles River Campus) — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stanton, Amelia M. — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Stanton, Amelia 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.