Coaching to reduce risky drinking and HIV risk
Part of Immune system & allergy, Infections, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests an intervention (coaching/skills training) to help reduce risky alcohol use and reduce behaviors that increase HIV risk. It may help you if you drink in an at-risk way and may benefit from HIV prevention like PrEP.
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Who can take part
- You are age 18 to 35 when the study starts.
- You have a smartphone you can use.
- You are not currently diagnosed with HIV.
- Your alcohol use suggests higher risk (either high AUDIT-C score or binge drinking in the past year).
- You may qualify for HIV prevention, such as PrEP, or you are considered at high risk based on your history/behaviors.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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