Evaluating well-being interventions for adults with traumatic brain injury
Evaluation of Well-being Interventions in Adults With TBI
This study tests two programs to see if they can help adults with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury feel better by focusing on their personal strengths.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 94 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kessler Foundation Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (East Hanover, New Jersey) |
| Trial ID | NCT05943756 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to assess the effectiveness of two intervention programs designed to enhance well-being in adults with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). The study focuses on the Signature Strengths intervention, which helps participants identify and utilize their personal strengths to improve self-concept and cope with stressors. Participants will engage in activities that promote awareness of their strengths and apply them in daily life, with the goal of achieving lasting improvements in well-being. The study will track outcomes over time to determine the sustained impact of these interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with moderate to severe TBI and are at least one year post-injury.
Not a fit: Patients with significant psychiatric illnesses or a history of other neurological conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help adults with TBI regain a sense of identity and improve their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary evidence suggests that similar approaches focusing on personal strengths have shown promise, but this specific intervention is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years of age * Have a diagnosis with moderate to severe TBI * At least one year post injury * Able to speak and read English fluently Exclusion Criteria: * Have a history of multiple sclerosis, stroke, seizures or another nervous system injuries disease in the past (like brain tumor or epilepsy) * Have a significant psychiatric illness (like, schizophrenia or psychosis) * Currently taking steroids and/or benzodiazepines as determined by study staff review of medications * Significant alcohol or drug abuse history (requiring inpatient treatment) * History of stroke, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorder or severe depression determined by extensive screening by a trained staff member * Previous participation in a Signature Strengths program
Where this trial is running
East Hanover, New Jersey
- Kessler Foundation — East Hanover, New Jersey, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Helen Genova, Ph. D. — Kessler Foundation
- Study coordinator: Helen Genova, Ph. D.
- Email: hgenova@kesslerfoundation.org
- Phone: 973-324-8390
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.