New program tackles stigma to keep HIV-Positive men in treatment
NCT ID NCT03899220
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program to help HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM) who also struggle with substance use. The program aimed to reduce feelings of stigma and shame that can keep them from getting HIV care. Fifty men took part to see if the program was helpful and easy to use.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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50 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2019
- Finished
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Dec 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * HIV positive * Cisgender male * Man who has sex with men (MSM) * Elevated levels of internalized stigma related to HIV, substance use, or homophobia * Poorly engaged in HIV care * Able to provide informed consent * 18 years or older * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Women * Non-cisgender men * Do not identify as gay, bisexual, or MSM
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fenway Community Health
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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