Initial Randomized Controlled Trial of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Distress and Impairment in OEF/OIF Veterans

Abstract

The primary objective of this multi-site randomized controlled trial is to determine if receiving ACT, as compared to a control psychotherapy, is associated with reduced distress at the end of treatment. We will also examine its impact on functioning and acceptability as well as the extent to which gains are maintained after treatment. We will gather preliminary information about the impact of ACT on symptoms specific to PTSD, depression and PCS to inform future studies. In addition, we will gather information about the acceptability of and response to ACT in active duty service people as compared to those receiving care from the VA. Although the project is separately funded and administered, it is being conducted within the structure of the DoD-funded PTSD/TBI Clinical Consortium (INTRuST Consortium).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA600572

Entities

People

  • Chad Spiegel
  • David M. Benedek

Organizations

  • Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Acceptability
  • Active Duty
  • Afghanistan Conflict
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Biomedical Research
  • Clinical Trials
  • Consortiums
  • Data Analysis
  • Department Of Defense
  • Depression
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Head Injuries
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Mental Health
  • Psychotherapy

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

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  • Mental Health of Military Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Risk Factors, Prevalence, Symptoms, and Treatment.
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).