ACT for HIV-Positive Men

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for General Mental Health Concerns in HIV-Positive Men

The purpose of the current study is to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy, a specific form of cognitive-behavioral therapy, for treating general mental health concerns among HIV-positive men.

The purpose of the current study is to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy, a specific form of cognitive-behavioral therapy, for treating general mental health concerns among HIV-positive men.

Inclusion Criteria:

• identify as a man
• be at least 18 years old
• has been diagnosed with HIV by a healthcare professional

Exclusion Criteria:

• has engaged in self-harm within the last three months
• has attempted suicide within the last year
• has had an active plan to attempt suicide within the last 30 days
• is currently diagnosed with any eating disorder
• has experienced hallucinations or delusions within the last 30 days
• has used narcotics within the last 7 days (heroin, meth, crack cocaine, opioids)