The impact of violence on HIV treatment in men who have sex with men

Violence and viral suppression among men living with HIV

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10983769

This study is looking at how experiences of intimate partner violence affect the health and HIV treatment of men who have sex with men, to help find better ways to support them in managing their health.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10983769 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how experiences of intimate partner violence (IPV) affect the health and HIV treatment outcomes of men who have sex with men (MSM). By conducting a 24-month cohort study, the research aims to understand the relationship between IPV and adherence to HIV care, as well as viral suppression rates among HIV-positive MSM. The study will gather data through surveys and clinical assessments to identify the challenges these men face in managing their health amidst experiences of violence. The findings could provide insights into improving healthcare access and support for this vulnerable population.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are HIV-positive men who have sex with men and have experienced intimate partner violence.

Not a fit: Patients who are not men or who do not have HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies and support systems for men living with HIV who experience intimate partner violence.

How similar studies have performed: While there is existing research on IPV and HIV care in women, studies specifically addressing this issue in MSM are limited, making this approach relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome VirusAcquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus
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