Comparing two types of therapy for veterans with social anxiety and PTSD
A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy to Disorder-Specific Psychotherapy in the Recovery of Veterans with Social Anxiety Disorder and Comorbid PTSD Symptomatology
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10906671
This study is looking at whether a new type of therapy called Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy can help veterans with Social Anxiety Disorder and PTSD feel better and reconnect with important activities and relationships, compared to traditional therapy that focuses on just one issue.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10906671 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy (TBT) compared to traditional disorder-specific psychotherapy for veterans suffering from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and comorbid PTSD. The study aims to improve overall psychiatric well-being by focusing on re-engagement in significant activities and relationships, rather than limiting treatment to a single diagnosis. Veterans will be randomly assigned to either therapy type, and their progress will be monitored to assess improvements in social, emotional, and mental health functioning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder and experiencing symptoms of PTSD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Social Anxiety Disorder or PTSD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for veterans with social anxiety and PTSD, improving their quality of life and reducing the risk of suicidal ideation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy can effectively reduce impairment across multiple areas of functioning, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES
- RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER — CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GROS, DANIEL F. — RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: GROS, DANIEL F.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Behavior Disorders