๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-06-10

Couples Motivational Interviewing to Reduce Drug Use and HIV Risk in Vulnerable Male Couples (NCT06307977)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Hunter College of City University of New York

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study utilizes a randomized controlled trial design to evaluate the efficacy of couples motivational interviewing (MI) to reduce the frequency and severity of illicit drug use and frequency of HIV transmission risk behavior (TRB). Participants are randomized to one of two conditions: couples MI or standard couples HIV testing and counseling (CHTC).

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Wayne State University โ€” Detroit, Michigan

Age range: 18 Years to 55 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Couples Health Project (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (3 Sites)

  • Wayne State University โ€” Detroit, Michigan
  • Hunter College โ€” New York, New York
  • University of Virginia โ€” Charlottesville, Virginia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (212) 206-7919

Email: tstarks@hunter.cuny.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—