HIV-Mental Illness Stigma Reduction and Outcomes in Malawi
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · Apr 22, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of July 05, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Stigma and depression are associated with increased HIV-related mortality and morbidity; as depression treatment is increasingly integrated into HIV care, addressing HIV stigma, mental illness stigma, and intersectional HIV-mental illness stigma is crucial. The Malawi Ministry of Health has recently integrated depression screening and treatment into the antiretroviral therapy (ART) departments of 12 District Hospitals across the country, including Salima and Mulanje District Hospital. Through this program, adults living with HIV are now screened with the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Living with HIV and receiving ART at Salima or Mulanje District Hospital
- • Adult (18+ years)
- • Elevated depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 Score ≥5)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Pregnant women
- • Severe mental or physical illness
About University Of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania, a prestigious Ivy League institution located in Philadelphia, is renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and improving healthcare outcomes. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive resources, interdisciplinary expertise, and cutting-edge facilities to conduct innovative studies across various therapeutic areas. With a focus on translating scientific discoveries into clinical applications, the University of Pennsylvania fosters collaborations among leading researchers, clinicians, and industry partners, ensuring rigorous trial design and adherence to ethical standards. Through its dedication to excellence in research and education, the university plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Salima, , Malawi
Mulanje, , Malawi
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported