Using Written Exposure Therapy to help Veterans with PTSD and Substance Use Disorders
Evaluating the Impact of Supplementing Residential Substance Use Treatment with Written Exposure Therapy for Veterans with Co-Occurring PTSD and Substance Use Disorders
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SALEM VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11229562
This study is looking at how helpful Written Exposure Therapy can be for Veterans dealing with both PTSD and substance use issues, especially for those in rural areas who might not have easy access to care, to see if it can make their treatment better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SALEM VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SALEM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11229562 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of Written Exposure Therapy (WET) as an additional treatment for Veterans suffering from both Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Substance Use Disorders (SUD). The study aims to assess how well this therapy can be integrated into existing substance use treatment programs, focusing on its acceptability and feasibility for patients. By addressing the unique challenges faced by Veterans, particularly those in rural areas with limited access to care, the research seeks to improve treatment outcomes and overall quality of life for participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans diagnosed with both PTSD and Substance Use Disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of PTSD or Substance Use Disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide Veterans with a more effective treatment option that addresses both PTSD and substance use issues simultaneously.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results for treatments targeting PTSD and SUD, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
SALEM, UNITED STATES
- SALEM VA MEDICAL CENTER — SALEM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HOLOHAN, DANA — SALEM VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: HOLOHAN, DANA
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.
Conditions: alcohol use disorder