Brief Peer Supported webSTAIR Compared to Enhanced Wait List (BPSwS)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Emotion Regulation
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder focused on measuring PTSD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Emotion Regulation, Skills Building, Peer, Coaching, Online
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Able to read/write English
- Internet connection allowing stable access to VetsPrevail website
- Have experienced at least one traumatic event (positive on the LEC)
- A score greater than or equal to 3 on the PC-PTSD OR greater than or equal to 2 on the PHQ2 on the screen.
- Enrollment into the webSTAIR study must be completed within two weeks of completing screener/eligibility based on symptoms.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Currently receiving a trauma-focused intervention (PE, CPT, EMDR, WET) assessed during baseline
- Being unlikely to benefit from therapy or Telemental health, for example:
- Cognitive difficulties as indicated during baseline assessment.
- Active psychosis as indicated during baseline assessment
Sites / Locations
- VA Palo Alto Health Care System, NC-PTSD, Dissemination and Training Division
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
No Intervention
BPS webSTAIR 6 Levels with Peer Support
Wait List
Participants in BPS webSTAIR will complete a baseline, posttreatment and 2-month follow-up assessment. In the BPS webSTAIR condition, participants will first complete a welcome module to orient them to the program. After randomization, participants will have 10 weeks to complete the 6 modules. Every time the Veteran logs on they will have the opportunity to engage with a Veteran peer for support through the web program. Contacts can last for up to an hour. Veterans will receive a series of automated reminders and engagement emails that the Vets Prevail program sends at various points in the program.
In Wait list, participants will be asked to go about their life as usual. They will be asked not to participate in any other programs for PTSD or depression symptoms for 10 weeks. After the 10 weeks, WL participants can begin any other program for PTSD or depression. They will also be given the option of participating in BPS webSTAIR or be provided with information about other web-based programs that might be of interest or relevant to them.