Family Involvement in Treatment for PTSD
Perspectives on Enhancing Family Involvement in Treatment for PTSD
2 other identifiers
observational
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1 country
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Brief Summary
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), prevalent among returning OEF/OIF/OND Veterans, has a powerful impact on family functioning. Good family relationships appear to moderate its impact; stressful relationships may reduce the benefits of treatment. A program that assists both Veteran and family in coping with the Veteran's PTSD could directly improve the Veteran's re-adjustment and well-being and indirectly improve his/her social and occupational functioning.
Trial Health
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Target at P50-P75 for all trials
Started Nov 2009
Typical duration for all trials
2 active sites
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
First Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
May 1, 2009
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
May 5, 2009
CompletedStudy Start
First participant enrolled
November 1, 2009
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
October 1, 2011
CompletedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
March 1, 2012
CompletedResults Posted
Study results publicly available
March 23, 2015
CompletedApril 14, 2015
March 1, 2015
1.9 years
May 1, 2009
February 17, 2015
March 24, 2015
Conditions
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes (1)
Qualitative Interviews - Perspectives on Family Involvement in PTSD Treatment
This is qualitative research. "Outcomes" were themes raised with regard to content to be included in a multi-family group psychoeducation program for OEF/OIF/OND veterans with PTSD and family members.
During the 1-1.5 hour interviews
Study Arms (3)
Group 1
Male veterans (focus groups and individual interviews)
Group 2
Female veterans (focus groups and individual interviews)
Group 3
Family members of participating veterans (focus groups and individual interviews)
Eligibility Criteria
Veteran participants were OIF/OEF veterans receiving outpatient treatment for PTSD at the Little Rock or Oklahoma City VAMCs. Each veteran participant was asked to designate an adult family member/friend to participate in a separate interview.
You may qualify if:
- Veteran:
- Age 18-65;
- or more inpatient or outpatient mental health contacts at LR or OKC VAMC in the previous 12 months with a primary diagnosis of PTSD;
- Served in Iraq or Afghanistan since 10/7/01;
- Have a family member who may be willing to participate in the focus group.
- Family:
- Age \> 18
- English speaking
- Be the designated "family member" of a participating veteran
You may not qualify if:
- Non-English speaking
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
Study Sites (2)
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center, Little Rock, AR
No. Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114-1706, United States
VA Medical Center, Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States
MeSH Terms
Conditions
Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)
Results Point of Contact
- Title
- Ellen P. Fischer, PhD
- Organization
- VA HSR&D Center for Mental Healthcare & Outcomes Research
Study Officials
- PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Ellen P. Fischer, PhD
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (North Little Rock)
Publication Agreements
- PI is Sponsor Employee
- Yes
Study Design
- Study Type
- observational
- Sponsor Type
- FED
- Responsible Party
- SPONSOR
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
May 1, 2009
First Posted
May 5, 2009
Study Start
November 1, 2009
Primary Completion
October 1, 2011
Study Completion
March 1, 2012
Last Updated
April 14, 2015
Results First Posted
March 23, 2015
Record last verified: 2015-03