Telemedicine-Delivered Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD in People with Opioid Use Disorder

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What this research studies

This project tests a telemedicine version of Prolonged Exposure therapy to treat PTSD in adults who are on medication for opioid use disorder. It builds on previous findings that PE can help PTSD but attendance is a barrier, and that adding financial incentives may improve engagement. The study compares standard care, PE, and PE with attendance incentives, focusing on reducing PTSD symptoms and potentially reducing illicit drug use. Researchers will use a novel online platform to reach patients who may have limited access to in-person care. If successful, the approach could expand access to effective PTSD treatment for people with opioid use disorder.

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Where this research is happening

• University of Vermont & St Agric College
  Burlington, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Peck, Kelly R. — University of Vermont & St Agric College
• Study coordinator: Peck, Kelly R.

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About this research

1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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