Talking together: new study tests if Couples' sessions boost happiness in HIV-Different partners
NCT ID NCT06497751
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested a three-session couple-based program for male couples where one partner has HIV and the other does not. The program focused on seeing HIV as a shared challenge, improving communication, and supporting each other. Researchers measured changes in quality of life and relationship satisfaction compared to usual care, involving 88 couples in China.
What this could mean
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Active substance
couple-based dyadic coping group sessions
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a practical way to improve well-being and relationship quality for couples where one partner has HIV.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 88 participants, so results may not apply widely. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits may be modest or hard to sustain.
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Locations
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Community Always There
Shenzhen, China
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Fangzhouai Garden
Xiamen, China
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Guangzhou Yue Le Health Service Center
Guangzhou, China
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Jin Tang Six-color Rainbow Healthcare Service Center
Chengdu, China