Emotional Awareness Training for Adults After Moderate to Severe TBI

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

Participants with moderate to severe TBI, at least 6 months post-injury, are assigned to one of two programs: label and recognize emotions, or learn healthy living skills. The trial uses four assessments delivered by videoconference, phone, or online surveys to measure emotions, resilience, loneliness, and emotional awareness. The study aims to understand potential benefits for emotional well-being and establish evidence for future care in TBI populations. Safety and eligibility are reviewed during pre-screening, and stable mood-related medications are required if applicable.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Moderate or Severe TBI
* ≥18 years old
* ≥6 months post-TBI
* Speaks and understands English
* Medications that can influence mood should be stable (6+ weeks)
* Elevated alexithymia
* Demonstrate an understanding of the study and their rights (e.g. ability to answer the following questions correctly after a review of the study details during pre-screening process)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Premorbid neurological disorder other than TBI
* Degenerative neurologic condition
* Active or uncontrolled major psychiatric disorder
* Conditions that pose safety concern to self or others, such as suicide risk
* Visual, hearing, communication, or cognitive impairments that would impede participation
* Active involvement in an intensive rehabilitation program
* Individuals who recently started psychotherapy and/or mental health counseling

Where it's running

• Hackensack Meridian Health - JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
  Edison, New Jersey, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Dawn Neumann, PhD, FACRM — Hackensack Meridian Health
• Study coordinator: Grace Wells, BS
• Email: grace.wells1@hmhn.org
• Phone: 732-321-7000

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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.