Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth Intervention for Emergency Nurses

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 study randomizes emergency department nurses to receive a structured VPTG intervention or usual care. The program combines psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, resilience building, emotional regulation, stress management, and peer support. Outcomes will be measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and during follow-up to see if vicarious trauma decreases and vicarious post-traumatic growth increases, along with resilience, coping, and psychological well-being. The aim is to determine if the intervention can promote positive psychological changes in nurses exposed to indirect trauma in high-stress settings.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Registered nurses currently employed in emergency departments.
2. Minimum six months of emergency department work experience.
3. Able to read and understand English or Urdu.
4. Willing to provide informed consent.
5. Available to participate throughout intervention and follow-up assessments.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Current diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorder requiring intensive treatment.
2. Current participation in trauma-focused psychotherapy.
3. Cognitive impairment affecting study participation.
4. Planned transfer from emergency unit during study period.
5. Refusal to provide informed consent.

Where it's running

• Nishtar Hospital, Burn Unit (NMH), Multan Institute of Cardiology (MIC), Bakhtawar Amin Hospital, Multan, Khawaja Fareed Social Security Hospital
  Multan, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Seerat Fatima
• Email: seeratfatima554@gmail.com
• Phone: +923066605577

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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.