Exploring the link between PTSD and type 2 diabetes
Longitudinal Associations of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder with Incident Type 2 Diabetes and Poor Glycemic Control in a Large National Cohort
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS · NIH-11036356
This study looks at how PTSD can impact people with type 2 diabetes, using health records from over six million veterans to learn more about how trauma affects diabetes management and care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11036356 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects the development and management of type 2 diabetes (T2D) in a large group of individuals. The study utilizes extensive health records from the Veteran’s Health Administration, analyzing data from over six million people to understand the long-term effects of trauma on diabetes outcomes. By focusing on the interplay between mental health and chronic illness, the research aims to fill critical knowledge gaps and improve patient care strategies. The principal investigator, Dr. Kelsey Serier, is receiving mentorship to enhance her skills in this important area of study.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with a history of PTSD who are at risk for or currently managing type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients without PTSD or those who do not have type 2 diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management strategies for patients with PTSD and type 2 diabetes, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a connection between mental health disorders and chronic diseases, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SERIER, KELSEY NICOLE — BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS
- Study coordinator: SERIER, KELSEY NICOLE
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: adult onset diabetes, Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus