Couples-based study focusing on drug use and HIV risk reduction
The purpose of this study is to test the efficacy of a novel, multi-session intervention focused on drug use and HIV risk reduction among sexual minority male couples. The study provides an opportunity to discuss important issues in your relationship, such as sexual agreements, drug use, and HIV/STI testing, as well as build communication skills. We are recruiting sexual minority men and their partners to participate as a couple. All study procedures are conducted remotely.
Enrollment for this study is ongoing, and you can receive up to $280 for participating. If you are interested in joining the study, click the link on the Research homepage to see if you are eligible to participate.
Enrollment for this study is ongoing, and you can receive up to $280 for participating. If you are interested in joining the study, click the link on the Research homepage to see if you are eligible to participate.
Project Details:
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Time Period: 2017 - 2028
Funder: National Institute on Drug Abuse NIH Grant Number: R01 DA059272 R34 DA043422 |
Principal Investigator: Tyrel Starks, Ph.D.
For more information contact: 212-206-7919 |
Publications:
Starks, T.J., Robles, G., Doyle, K.M., Pawson, M., Bertone, P., Millar, B.M., & Ingersoll, K. (2020). Motivational Interviewing with male couples to reduce substance use and HIV risk: Manifestations of partner discord and strategies for facilitating dyadic functioning. Psychotherapy, 57(1), 58-67. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31999189/
Bosco, S.C., Pawson, M., Parsons, J.T., & Starks, T.J. (2019, December). Biomedical HIV prevention among gay male couples: A qualitative study of motivations and concerns. Journal of Homosexuality. DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2019.1696105. http://www.tandofonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00918369.2019.1696105
Starks, T.J., Millar, B.M., Doyle, K.M., Bertone, P., O'Hadi, J., & Parsons, J.T. (2018). Motivational interviewing with couples: A theoretical framework for clinical practice illustrated in substance use and HIV prevention intervention with gay male couples. Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity, 5(4), 490-502. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-30661-001
Bosco, S.C., Pawson, M., Parsons, J.T., & Starks, T.J. (2019, December). Biomedical HIV prevention among gay male couples: A qualitative study of motivations and concerns. Journal of Homosexuality. DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2019.1696105. http://www.tandofonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00918369.2019.1696105
Starks, T.J., Millar, B.M., Doyle, K.M., Bertone, P., O'Hadi, J., & Parsons, J.T. (2018). Motivational interviewing with couples: A theoretical framework for clinical practice illustrated in substance use and HIV prevention intervention with gay male couples. Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity, 5(4), 490-502. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-30661-001