Writing away risk: trauma therapy boosts HIV prevention in women who inject drugs

NCT ID NCT05192434

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tests a program called TIARAS, which combines a reward system for staying drug-free and on PrEP with expressive writing about past trauma. The goal is to see if this approach helps women who inject drugs reduce their risk of getting HIV. 219 women will take part for 12 months, and researchers will track their PrEP use and risky behaviors.

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Locations

  • Prevention Point Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19143, United States

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