Telemedicine therapy for PTSD in people with opioid use disorder
Novel Telemedicine-Delivered Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Treating PTSD in Individuals with OUD
This study is testing a new way to provide therapy for people dealing with both PTSD and opioid use issues through online sessions, making it easier for them to attend and get the help they need, while also seeing if offering rewards for attending sessions can improve their treatment experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Vermont & St Agric College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Burlington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11086748 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to delivering Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy via telemedicine for individuals suffering from both Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). The study aims to improve therapy attendance and outcomes by utilizing a telemedicine platform, making it more accessible for patients who may have difficulty attending in-person sessions. Participants will be randomly assigned to different treatment groups, including standard therapy and therapy with financial incentives for attendance, to evaluate the effectiveness of these approaches. The goal is to determine if this novel method can enhance treatment engagement and reduce PTSD symptoms while also addressing substance use issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing both PTSD and Opioid Use Disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have PTSD or Opioid Use Disorder may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more accessible and effective treatment option for individuals with PTSD and OUD, potentially improving their mental health and substance use outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results for telemedicine approaches in mental health treatment, suggesting that this method could be effective for similar patient populations.
Where this research is happening
Burlington, United States
- 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.
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.