Pittsburgh LGBTQ+ Youth PrEP Study- Adolescent Arm

STUDY BASICS

Are you the parent/caregiver of a 14-17 year old? Do they identify as transgender, gay, or bisexual? You and your child may be eligible for a research study to examine the perspectives on PrEP for HIV. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

We are conducting a research study examining the perspectives, barriers, and facilitators to Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV. This is a medication that when taken reduces the risk of acquiring HIV significantly. It has been approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) for safe use in adolescents who weigh more than 35kg (77 lbs). Nonetheless, it is not being prescribed at the expected rate nor is being used by the target population. For this reason, we are looking for adolescents ages 14-17 old to share their experiences about the topic. 

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD?

Eligible participants:

• Are adolescents 14-17 years of age
• Identify as transgender, gay or bisexual 
• Are from Pittsburgh or the greater Pittsburgh area 
• Speak English or Spanish 

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

Participation includes an interview, either in person or on Zoom. The interview can be conducted in English or Spanish and is anticipated to take no more than one hour. This interview will be audio taped, but your identity as a participant will remain confidential.