Understanding how substance use, partner violence, and COVID-19 affect HIV care for young Black men
Official title: Investigating the Impact of Substance Use, Intimate Partner Violence, and COVID-19 on HIV Care Engagement among Young Black Sexual Minority Men with HIV in the US South
Funded at San Diego State University · NIH-10431827 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how young Black men who have sex with men and are living with HIV deal with challenges like substance use and partner violence, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, to find better ways to help them stay healthy and engaged in their HIV care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $245,844 |
| NIH project number | 5R21DA053164-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10431827 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young Black sexual minority men living with HIV who may be experiencing substance use or intimate partner violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not young Black sexual minority men or those without HIV may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges faced by young Black sexual minority men living with HIV, particularly how substance use and intimate partner violence (IPV) impact their engagement in HIV care. The study aims to understand the effects of these factors, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, which may worsen their health outcomes. By analyzing existing data and collecting new information, the researchers will explore how these issues relate to HIV care engagement and viral suppression. The goal is to identify ways to improve care and support for these individuals during times of stress.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV care strategies tailored for young Black sexual minority men, enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific combination of factors being studied is less explored, similar research has shown that addressing social determinants can improve health outcomes in marginalized populations.
Where this research is happening
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San Diego State University
San Diego, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Storholm, Erik D. — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Storholm, Erik D.
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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.