Phone buddies fight HIV stigma in ethiopian teens

NCT ID NCT07425925

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a digital peer-support program to reduce HIV-related stigma in 282 adolescents aged 15–22 in Ethiopia. Participants will use a phone-based group to share experiences and support each other, aiming to improve their mental well-being and help them stay in care. The goal is to see if this approach can lower feelings of shame and discrimination, and boost overall health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Arba Minch General Hospital

    COMPLETED

    Arba Minch, South Ethiopia, Ethiopia

  • Dilla University Teaching Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Dara, South Ethiopia, Ethiopia

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  • Jinka General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Jinka, South Ethiopia, Ethiopia

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  • Sawula General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Gofa, South Ethiopia, Ethiopia

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  • Wolaita Sodo University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital

    COMPLETED

    Sodo, South Ethiopia, Ethiopia