Helping patients cope with PTSD symptoms after an ICD shock
Biobehavioral Intervention to Reduce PTSD Symptoms After an ICD Shock
['FUNDING_R21'] · UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · NIH-10722157
This study is testing an online program to help people who have recently received a shock from their heart device feel less anxious and avoid PTSD, so they can get back to their daily lives and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10722157 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new intervention designed to help patients who have recently experienced a shock from an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). It focuses on reducing anxiety and preventing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through a self-management program delivered online. Patients will receive training in heart rate monitoring and access to web-based learning modules over a month, with follow-ups to assess long-term benefits. The goal is to enhance patients' ability to return to their daily activities and improve their overall quality of life.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently received an ICD shock and are experiencing anxiety or distress.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced an ICD shock or those with pre-existing severe PTSD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce PTSD symptoms and improve daily functioning for patients who have experienced an ICD shock.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using similar biobehavioral interventions to address anxiety and PTSD in cardiac patients, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DOUGHERTY, CYNTHIA M — UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
- Study coordinator: DOUGHERTY, CYNTHIA M
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.
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