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).
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
360
A 3-session, couples motivational Interviewing drug use and HIV risk reduction intervention
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan, United States
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGHunter College
New York, New York, United States
RECRUITINGUniversity of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGDrug use Frequency
Number of reported days of illicit drug use (amphetamines, cocaine/crack, GHB, ketamine or ecstasy) reported on quarterly timeline follow-back assessments
Time frame: 9 Months
Urine assay for drug use
Positive urine screen for drug use assessed bi-annually
Time frame: 9 Months
CAS with casual partners
Number of total anal sex acts (insertive and receptive) with casual partners reported on quarterly timeline follow-back assessments in the absence of adequate PrEP coverage
Time frame: 9 Months
Bacterial sexually transmitted infections
Any chlamydia or gonorrhea diagnosis
Time frame: 9 Months
Binge Drinking
Number of days on which 5 or more drinks containing alcohol were reported on the quarterly timeline follow-back interview
Time frame: 9 Months
PrEP Uptake
self-reported receipt of a PrEP-prescription
Time frame: 9 months
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