Improving mental health and functioning in veterans with anxiety and alcohol use issues
Addressing Mental Health Comorbidities: Integrated CBT to Improve Functioning in Veterans with Co-Occurring Anxiety and Substance Use
This study is looking to help veterans who are struggling with anxiety and drinking too much by using a special type of therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which will tackle both issues at the same time to improve their mental health and daily life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michael E Debakey VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10938013 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on veterans who are dealing with both anxiety disorders and hazardous drinking. It aims to improve their mental health and overall functioning through an integrated approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The study will adapt a specific CBT protocol, known as the Unified Protocol, to address these co-occurring issues simultaneously rather than treating them separately. By doing so, the research seeks to enhance the effectiveness of treatment and promote better psychosocial recovery for veterans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have been deployed and are experiencing co-occurring anxiety disorders and hazardous drinking.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of anxiety disorders or hazardous drinking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and quality of life for veterans struggling with anxiety and substance use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrated approaches to treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders can be effective, suggesting a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Michael E Debakey VA Medical Center — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ecker, Anthony — Michael E Debakey VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Ecker, Anthony
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.