New counseling program aims to boost mental health and HIV drug adherence in south african men
NCT ID NCT07226323
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a program called WeCare, which combines problem-solving therapy with support for taking HIV medication. It is designed for men who have sex with men (MSM) in South Africa. The study will enroll 60 participants to see if the program reduces depression and anxiety, improves medication adherence, and is acceptable and safe when delivered by trained lay coaches in community clinics.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- WeCare (adapted Friendship Bench counseling program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a low-cost, community-based way to improve mental health and HIV medication adherence among men who have sex with men.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It tests feasibility and acceptability, not yet proven effectiveness.
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Conditions
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Aurum Institute
RECRUITINGJohannesburg, South Africa
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