Training to help veterans recover from concussions
Problem-Solving Training for Concussion (PST-Concussion): A Brief, Skills-Focused Intervention to Improve Functional Outcomes in Veterans with mTBI and Co-occurring Mental Health Symptoms
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use program called Problem-Solving Training for Concussion to help veterans recover better from concussions and the mental health issues that often come with them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Western New York Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Buffalo, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10975370 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the recovery process for veterans who have experienced mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), commonly known as concussions. It utilizes a brief, skills-focused intervention called Problem-Solving Training for Concussion (PST-Concussion), which is designed to be accessible in primary care settings. The approach aims to address not only the physical symptoms of mTBI but also the co-occurring mental health issues that can complicate recovery. By making this intervention easier to access, the research seeks to enhance the overall functional outcomes for veterans dealing with these challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have experienced mild traumatic brain injuries and are also dealing with mental health symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of mild traumatic brain injury or who are not veterans may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery and quality of life for veterans suffering from concussions and related mental health symptoms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that mental health interventions can effectively improve neurobehavioral functioning in veterans, suggesting that this approach may also be successful.
Where this research is happening
Buffalo, United States
- VA Western New York Healthcare System — Buffalo, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: King, Paul R. — VA Western New York Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: King, Paul 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.