Enhancing the Effectiveness of Prolonged Exposure Among Suicidal Individuals With PTSD
The long-term goal of this study is to reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors among treatment-seeking individuals who also have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Prolonged exposure (PE) and crisis response plan (CRP) have demonstrated empirical support for reducing suicide attempts as compared to treatment as usual. However, no studies to date have assessed their effectiveness when used in combination. In light of this knowledge gap, the primary objective of this study will be to test the effectiveness of PE augmented with CRP as compared to PE with care as usual (self-guided treatment plan), an active comparator, for the reduction of suicide ideations and attempts for individuals with comorbid PTSD.
- EligibilityCriteria: Inclusion Criteria:  Current diagnosis of PTSD or subthreshold PTSD; ability to speak and understand the English language; and ability to complete the informed consent process.  Exclusion Criteria:  Substance use disorder requiring medical management; imminent suicide risk warranting inpatient hospitalization or suicide-focused treatment; and impaired mental status that precludes the ability to provide informed consent (e.g., intoxication, psychosis, mania). - HealthyVolunteers: No - Gender: All - MinimumAge: 18 Years - StdAgeList: Adult, Older Adult