Helping people with opioid use disorder and PTSD through written therapy.
Treating OUD/PTSD in Residential Care: Written Exposure in Substance Treatment (WEST).
This study is looking to make a therapy called Written Exposure Therapy better for people who are dealing with both opioid use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder, by getting input from patients and treatment providers in residential treatment settings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore County NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11056226 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving treatment for individuals who have both opioid use disorder (OUD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to adapt a therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) specifically for use in residential treatment settings for substance use disorders. The study will gather feedback from patients and treatment providers to refine this therapy, ensuring it meets the unique needs of those struggling with both conditions. By testing this adapted therapy, the research seeks to enhance the effectiveness of PTSD treatment in residential care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals receiving residential treatment for opioid use disorder who also have a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or PTSD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more effective treatment option for patients dealing with both opioid use disorder and PTSD, potentially reducing their symptoms and improving their overall recovery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using Written Exposure Therapy for PTSD in substance use treatment, indicating that this adapted approach may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore County — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schacht, Rebecca L — University of Maryland Baltimore County
- Study coordinator: Schacht, Rebecca L
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.