RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06173544

HIV Engagement and Adolescent Depression Support (HEADS-UP)

Sponsor

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Enrollment

105 participants

Start Date

Jul 6, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Depression HIV Infections Anxiety Immune System Diseases Adolescent Behavior

Summary

This pilot study will individually randomize 105 adolescents living with HIV 1:1:1 to standard of care, adapted intervention, or enhanced intervention. The intervention is called the Friendship Bench Intervention is a counseling intervention for depression and engagement in HIV care.

Eligibility

Min Age: 13 YearsMax Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study — called HEADS-UP — is testing a new mental health support program for teenagers and young people living with HIV in Malawi who are also experiencing depression, to see whether the program helps improve their mood and quality of life. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 13 and 18 years old - You have been diagnosed with HIV (either from birth or acquired later) - You scored 13 or higher on the Beck Depression Inventory (a standard depression screening test), indicating you are experiencing depressive symptoms - You live near the participating clinic and plan to stay in the area for at least 1 year - You are willing to give consent (or assent with parent permission) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are younger than 13 or older than 18 years of age Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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