New hope for teens with HIV: counseling program aims to reduce suicide risk

NCT ID NCT06770101

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a program called Friendship Bench + Safety Planning for teens aged 13-19 living with HIV who have had suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if the program is practical, acceptable, and helps reduce suicidal thoughts and improve engagement in HIV care. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to the program or standard care, and researchers will track retention, satisfaction, and suicidal behaviors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease Suicidal Ideation Suicide

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HIV SUICIDE

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Area 18 Health Center
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Lilongwe, Malawi

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Area 25 Health Center
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Lilongwe, Malawi

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Kawale Health Center
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Lilongwe, Malawi

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Lighthouse Health Center
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Lilongwe, Malawi

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