ResearchProjects

Preliminary Adaptation of EQQUAL, a Web-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Smoking Cessation Program, for Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) Men of Color Living with HIV
Funded by: NYU Silver School of Social Work
Project dates: September 2024 - August 2025
Principal Investigator: Maglalang, Dale
PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The objectives of this study are to:

  1. Evaluate the acceptability and usability of the EQQUAL (Empowered, Queer, Quitting, and Living) program among sexual and gender minority people of color living with HIV who smoke,
  2. Explore what adaptations are needed in EQQUAL to enhance acceptability, feasibility, and efficacy for sexual and gender minority (SGM) men of color living with HIV, and
  3. Explore relationships among changes in smoking behavior and mental health, other substance use, and antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence among participants.

This project will assist in producing a scalable, accessible, and low-cost intervention that addresses smoking among SGM men of color with HIV.

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