Behavioral health treatment for Veterans with concussion

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of Problem-Solving Training for Concussion (PST-Concussion) in Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PST-Concussion or standard treatment, with six telehealth sessions focusing on behavioral health. The study aims to assess changes in psychological distress, neurocognitive functioning, and overall quality of life through self-report and cognitive measures at various time points. The trial will also explore the practical impacts of the intervention on participants' daily functioning and well-being.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* English-speaking Veteran enrolled in VHA care;
* History of concussion (mild traumatic brain injury or mTBI);
* Current psychological distress;
* Subjective neurocognitive symptoms of \>= 3 months.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Moderate to severe TBI or other major neurocognitive disorder;
* Psychotic disorder (e.g., schizophrenia spectrum disorder, delusional disorder, bipolar or depressive disorder with psychotic features);
* Acute suicidal ideation;
* Inpatient psychiatric hospitalization within the past 12 months;
* Other illness/ condition that would preclude or predictably influence ability to engage in study visits, as determined by the study team.

Where it's running

• VA Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo, NY
  Buffalo, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Paul R. King, PhD — VA Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo, NY
• Study coordinator: Paul R King, PhD
• Email: paul.king2@va.gov
• Phone: (716) 862-6038

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.