Understanding how caregiver support and youth characteristics affect HIV care retention
Official title: Effects of caregiver interactions, youth characteristics, and counseling on retention in care among youth living with HIV
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11083499 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at what helps or hinders young people with HIV in Kenya from sticking with their treatment, focusing on their interactions with caregivers and the support they receive, to find ways to make it easier for them to stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | December 16, 2024 |
| Project end | December 15, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31HD116617-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11083499 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 10-24 living with HIV in Kenya.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 10-24 or those not living with HIV may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that influence whether young people living with HIV in Kenya continue to receive care. It focuses on the role of caregiver interactions, the characteristics of the youth, and the impact of counseling on their ability to stay engaged in treatment. By analyzing data from a large trial, the study aims to identify specific social and behavioral determinants that contribute to non-retention in care. The findings could help tailor interventions to improve adherence and health outcomes for these young individuals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for keeping young people living with HIV in care, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions can significantly improve retention in care for youth living with HIV, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hicks, Sarah — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Hicks, Sarah
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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.