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A Modified Version of Cognitive Processing Therapy for Treatment of Patients Diagnosed With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Alcohol Dependence or Alcohol Abuse - NCT00639288-06516 (Clinical Trial 210094)
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City:  West Haven
State:  
CT
Zip Code: 06516
Conditions: Alcohol Dependence - PTSD
Purpose: Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of a modified version of cognitive processing therapy - cognitive (CPT-C) versus historical controls in reducing alcohol consumption and decreasing symptoms of PTSD in patients with comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol dependence or alcohol abuse. Hypothesis: We predict that CPT-C will significantly reduce the number of drinking days (measured by the Timeline Follow Back Method [TLFB]) and reduce the symptoms of PTSD (measured by the [CAPS and PCL] scores) compared to historical controls in patients with alcohol dependence or alcohol abuse and PTSD. Design: This is a 12-week outpatient intervention of modified CPT-C versus treatment as usual in individuals with PTSD and alcohol dependence or alcohol abuse. Treatment consists of weekly sessions lasting approximately 60 minutes.
Study summary:
Criteria: Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males and females between the ages of 21-65 years old. 2. Current alcohol dependence or alcohol abuse, as determined by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis I Disorder (SCID; First et al. 1996). Not requiring detoxification from alcohol and able to remain abstinent for 3 days prior to treatment, and the stated goal of study is abstinence. Abstinence no more than past 29 days. Primary substance dependence diagnosis of alcohol dependence or alcohol abuse. 3. Current PTSD as determined by the Clinician Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-IV(CAPS; Blake et al. 1995). 4. Participants on psychiatric medication must be on a stable regimen for at least 2 weeks before treatment begins. 5. Veteran eligible for VA services. 6. Ability to participate psychologically and physically, able to give informed consent and complete assessments, and participate in study procedures. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Psychotic symptoms as determined by the SCID. 2. Serious current psychiatric symptoms, such as suicidal ideation or homicidal ideation. 3. Opioid dependence as determined by the SCID. 4. Legal charges pending with potential of incarceration. 5. Unstable, serious medical condition or one requiring acute medical treatments, or anticipation of hospitalization for extended care.
Study is available at: VA Connecticut Healthcare System - West Haven Campus
West Haven, CT 06516
United States

Primary Contact:
Elissa McCarthy, Ph.D.
Email: elissa.mccarthy@va.gov
Phone: 203-932-5711
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