Tablet screening could help HIV patients get help for addiction and depression
NCT ID NCT03217058
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This completed study tested a tablet-based screening system for substance use, depression, and anxiety in over 10,000 HIV-positive adults during routine clinic visits. Patients who screened positive were offered behavioral treatments like motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. The goal was to see if this approach could increase screening and treatment rates, ultimately improving HIV care outcomes.
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Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
Oakland, California, 94612, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
computerized screening and behavioral interventions (motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could make it easier for HIV clinics to identify and treat substance use, depression, and anxiety, potentially improving overall health outcomes for people living with HIV.
What could go wrong
This is an implementation study, not a test of a new drug or cure. Results may vary by clinic setting, and the screening tools may not work equally well for all patients.
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