Testing and Evaluation of a Predeployment Stress Inoculation Training Program (PreSTINT)
Abstract
This study tested and evaluated a group-based predeployment stress inoculation training (PreSTINT) program designed to help deploying personnel better cope with combat-related stressors and mitigate the negative behavioral effects of trauma exposure. Army personnel undergoing a regular predeployment combat training regimen were randomized into experimental and control groups by platoon. Experimental groups received battle breathing skills training and control groups received a stress management lecture. Phase 1 of the study included a pilot test of the acceptability and ability of the training materials to reduce physiological arousal, including heart rate variability, in response to the multisensory stressor environment (MSE).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1024710
Entities
People
- Laurel L Hourani
Organizations
- RTI International