Investigating how treating sleep apnea affects veterans with substance use and PTSD.
Examining Early Intervention Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment on Long-Term Outcomes in Veterans with SUD/PTSD in a Residential Treatment Program
This study is looking at how treating sleep apnea can help veterans who are dealing with both substance use issues and PTSD, aiming to see if better sleep can improve their overall recovery and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA San Diego Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10854816 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on veterans who suffer from both substance use disorder (SUD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), conditions that often worsen each other. It aims to explore the impact of treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common but often overlooked condition among these veterans, on their long-term recovery outcomes. By implementing positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy, the study seeks to improve various aspects of functioning, quality of life, and emotional well-being in this vulnerable population. The research will assess how effective early intervention for OSA can be in enhancing overall treatment efficacy for veterans in residential programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with both substance use disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder who also exhibit symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of substance use disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life and recovery outcomes for veterans suffering from SUD and PTSD by addressing their sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that treating obstructive sleep apnea can lead to significant improvements in mental health and functioning, suggesting a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- VA San Diego Healthcare System — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Colvonen, Peter — VA San Diego Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Colvonen, Peter
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.