Can family bonds help teens beat HIV stigma?
NCT ID NCT05358795
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested a program called Family Connections for HIV-positive youth aged 15-21 and their caregivers in Zambia. The goal was to help teens achieve an undetectable viral load and reduce self-stigma through group sessions. Over 1,300 participants took part, and the program aimed to improve medication adherence and family support.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Family Connections behavioral intervention
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could offer a proven way to help HIV-positive teens manage their health and reduce stigma in Africa.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The intervention is behavioral, so effects may vary by setting and culture.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Copperbelt Province Clinics
Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia
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