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Psychological First Aid: A Randomized-controlled Trial of Adults Affected by Non-intentional Trauma in the Emergency Room
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Psychoeducation and Psychological First Aid for PTSD. Completed, enrolled 220 participants across 5 sites.
Detailed Summary
Psychological First Aid (PFA) is currently the most recommended early intervention for people affected by recent traumatic events, especially in the aftermath of natural disasters. Unfortunately, there is no evidence that PFA neither prevents Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) nor other post-traumatic disorders or symptoms of distress. This project aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Psychological First Aid for the prevention of PTSD and other post-traumatic disorders or symptoms.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants in Control Group will be delivered a flyer named "What can I do facing a crisis?", containing information about normal reactions to crisis, what to do to return to normal life and which are the signals of an initial trauma.
Psychology students (PFA Providers) will intervene according to an adapted protocol based on the WHO PFA Operation Guide 2012. Protocol for this study contemplates 4 steps: 1. Active Listening 2. Relaxing and Breathing Techniques 3. Help in prioritizing needs 4. Help in contacting network and services. Moreover, participants in this group will receive a brochure with full contact information of public network, and a flyer named "What can I do facing a crisis?".