Testing a PTSD m-Health Intervention to Improve Alcohol Treatment Outcomes

Testing a PTSD m-Health Intervention to Improve Alcohol Treatment Outcomes

The purpose of this study is to learn whether a mobile health application (mHealth App) for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with brief support can help individuals who are in treatment for alcohol problems.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged ≥ 18 years old
• Currently in addictions treatment
• Meet criteria for a current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5 (DSM-5) AUD diagnosis
• A score of 33 or greater on the PTSD Checklist (PCL-5)
• Own a smart phone or other type of Wi-Fi-enabled device with App capabilities

Exclusion Criteria:

• Injection drug use in the past year
• Patients who are unable to speak and/or understand English
• Patients who are currently engaged in specific therapy for PTSD (Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Reprocessing Therapy, EMDR)