Testing a PTSD m-Health Intervention to Improve Alcohol Treatment Outcomes

Launched by MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY · Sep 30, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying whether a mobile health app can help people with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who are also receiving treatment for alcohol problems. The app is designed to provide support and resources to improve their treatment outcomes. Researchers want to see if using this app makes a difference in recovery for individuals dealing with both conditions.

To participate in this study, you need to be at least 18 years old, currently receiving treatment for alcohol use, and meet certain criteria for PTSD. This means you should have a specific level of symptoms as indicated by a questionnaire. You'll also need a smartphone or another device that can connect to the internet and run the app. If you have used injectable drugs in the past year, or if you're already receiving certain types of therapy for PTSD, you won't be eligible. If you join the study, you can expect to use the app and receive some brief support while you continue your treatment for alcohol use.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Aged ≥ 18 years old
• • Currently in addictions treatment
• • Meet criteria for a current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5 (DSM-5) AUD diagnosis
• • A score of 33 or greater on the PTSD Checklist (PCL-5)
• • Own a smart phone or other type of Wi-Fi-enabled device with App capabilities
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Injection drug use in the past year
• • Patients who are unable to speak and/or understand English
• • Patients who are currently engaged in specific therapy for PTSD (Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Reprocessing Therapy, EMDR)