Reducing stigma around substance use and HIV in healthcare settings
Planning a Multi-Level Intervention to Reduce Substance Use Stigma in HIV Prevention and Care
This study is looking at how negative attitudes from healthcare providers about substance use and HIV can make it harder for people to get the care they need, and it aims to find ways to help both patients and providers understand each other better so that everyone can access important health services more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wayne State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Detroit, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10669764 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the stigma associated with substance use disorders (SUDs) and HIV, which can create significant barriers to accessing healthcare. It will explore how stigma from healthcare providers affects patients with SUDs who also require HIV prevention or care. The approach includes educational interventions that promote critical reflection and opportunities for interaction between healthcare providers and individuals with lived experiences of substance use. By focusing on both provider attitudes and the impact of stigma on healthcare utilization, the research seeks to develop practical strategies to improve patient access to necessary services.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with substance use disorders who are also at risk for or living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have substance use disorders or HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and outcomes for individuals facing both substance use disorders and HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that educational interventions can effectively reduce stigma in healthcare settings, suggesting potential for success in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
Detroit, United States
- Wayne State University — Detroit, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Madden, Erin F — Wayne State University
- Study coordinator: Madden, Erin F
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.