Pilot randomized clinical trial of an app-based early intervention to reduce PTSD and alcohol use following sexual assault.

Emily R DworkinMacey SchallertChristine M Lee Debra L Kaysen

Published in: Psychological trauma : theory, research, practice and policy (2023)

The general direction of effects indicates that THRIVE, coupled with coaching, reduces risk for PTSD and alcohol outcomes beyond coached monitoring. These findings suggest that apps like THRIVE may provide an option for early intervention for sexual assault survivors. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).

Keyphrases

randomized controlled trial
posttraumatic stress disorder
mental health
social support
young adults
emergency department
metabolic syndrome
clinical trial
depressive symptoms
adipose tissue
insulin resistance