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Study of Effectiveness of Mental Health Interventions Among Torture Survivors on the Thailand-Burma Border
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Common Elements Treatment Approach for Depression and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 347 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of a transdiagnostic psychotherapy intervention - namely, Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA) - in reducing the severity of mental health symptoms experienced by torture and violence survivors displaced from Burma into Thailand. Specifically, the intervention seeks to measure reductions (if any) in symptoms of depression and trauma.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
CETA components include: 1. Engagement (encouraging participation) 2. Psychoeducation (introduction) 3. Anxiety Management Strategies (relaxation) 4. Behavioral Activation (getting active) 5. Cognitive Coping/Restructuring (thinking in a different way, part I and part II) 6. Imaginal Gradual Exposure (talking about difficult memories) 7. In Vivo Exposure (Live exposure) 8. Suicide/Homicide/Danger Assessment and Planning (safety) 9. Screening and Brief Intervention for Alcohol (alcohol intervention)