Plain-English translation of NCT04577313 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a behavioral counseling program delivered over the phone to help people with HIV stick to their antiretroviral medications and suppress the virus. The study compares two approaches: one that adjusts the number of counseling sessions to fit your individual needs, and another that offers a set number of sessions. Researchers want to understand how much counseling support is actually needed to help different people succeed with their treatment.
Many people with HIV struggle to take their medications consistently due to emotional, social, or practical challenges—and we don't know exactly how much counseling support each person needs to overcome these barriers. This trial will answer that question so doctors can better plan treatment programs and help more people achieve lasting viral suppression.
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You will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group receives up to 16 weekly phone counseling sessions tailored to your needs, while the other receives exactly 5 weekly phone sessions—both focused on helping you take your medication consistently. Sessions involve talking with a counselor about barriers to medication adherence and strategies to overcome them. The trial continues until you achieve stable viral suppression, or you complete the assigned number of sessions.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 17, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
University of Connecticut
Collaborators
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Enrollment target
~400 participants
Started
September 2020
Primary completion
November 2026
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in August 2025.
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Central contact
Seth Kalichman, PhD
University of Connecticut
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