News and Multimedia from 2008 Featuring DAR

Intervention Helps Reduce Risky Sexual Behavior Among Homeless HIV-positive Adults

Science Update • December 16, 2008

An NIMH-funded program already shown to reduce risky sexual and substance abuse behavior among HIV-infected adults also appears to be effective in improving the lives of HIV-infected homeless or near-homeless adults, according to a new report.

Viral Genetic Underpinnings of HIV-associated Dementia Explored

Science Update • October 09, 2008

A new study identifies differences between genetic variants of HIV that are associated with HIV-associated dementia (HAD).

HIV-associated Neurological Disease Prevalent in Asia-Pacific Region

Science Update • July 01, 2008

A new study finds a significant rate of HIV-related neurological disease among HIV-positive populations living in the Asian-Pacific region.

Couples-based Intervention May Limit HIV Transmission in African Countries

Science Update • June 27, 2008

A shift to a couples-based intervention for married and cohabiting couples in urban Zambia and Rwanda could prevent up to 60 percent of new HIV infections that would otherwise occur, according to an NIMH-funded study published June 27, 2008, in The Lancet.

HIV-positive Survivors of Sexual Abuse Who Receive Coping Intervention Less Likely to Engage in Unprotected Sex

Science Update • May 23, 2008

HIV-positive people who have experienced childhood sexual abuse are less likely to engage in risky sexual behavior if they receive a group intervention designed to help them cope with their traumatic history, according to an NIMH-funded study published April 1, 2008, in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

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