Fast Facts
U.S. Miltary Veteran
Want To Reduce or Quit Using Alcohol
Experiencing Symptoms of PTSD
Compensation Provided
Conducted in
Durham, NC
Study Background
Help us improve support for U.S. Veterans with PTSD who want to reduce or quit drinking alcohol.
This study aims to find effective ways to support U.S. Veterans with PTSD who are seeking to reduce or quit drinking alcohol. Researchers at Duke Health are comparing two types of behavioral therapy to determine which approach is more effective in helping veterans drink less and improve their overall well-being. Participants will attend eight weekly, one-hour therapy sessions conducted online via Duke Zoom, making it convenient and accessible. These sessions are designed to address both alcohol use and PTSD symptoms, providing comprehensive support for participants.
Participation involves two visits to the research lab at Duke over approximately three months—once at the beginning and once at the end of the study. There are no costs for joining, and participants will be reimbursed for their time.. The ultimate goal of this research is to enhance treatment options for U.S. Veterans who face the dual challenges of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and PTSD, offering them better tools for recovery and improved quality of life.
Join our compensated study today!
Study Background
Help us improve support for U.S. Veterans with PTSD who want to reduce or quit drinking alcohol.
This study aims to find effective ways to support U.S. Veterans with PTSD who are seeking to reduce or quit drinking alcohol. Researchers at Duke Health are comparing two types of behavioral therapy to determine which approach is more effective in helping veterans drink less and improve their overall well-being. Participants will attend eight weekly, one-hour therapy sessions conducted online via Duke Zoom, making it convenient and accessible. These sessions are designed to address both alcohol use and PTSD symptoms, providing comprehensive support for participants.
Participation involves two visits to the research lab at Duke over approximately three months—once at the beginning and once at the end of the study. There are no costs for joining, and participants will be reimbursed for their time.. The ultimate goal of this research is to enhance treatment options for U.S. Veterans who face the dual challenges of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and PTSD, offering them better tools for recovery and improved quality of life.
Join our compensated study today!
Additional Information
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- U.S military Veteran (no longer serving)
- Want to reduce or quit using alcohol
- Experiencing symptoms of PTSD
- Willing and able to attend 8 weekly therapy sessions via Zoom
- Has not required medical detox or in-patient treatment for withdrawal from alcohol and has not had seizure related to alcohol use or withdrawal
If you participate in this study, here’s what you can expect:
Initial Visit at Duke
- You will visit the research lab at Duke in person at the start of the study.
- During this visit, you will complete a series of questionnaires and interviews to assess symptoms of alcohol use disorder (AUD), PTSD, and other aspects of health and psychosocial functioning.
Weekly Therapy Sessions
- Over the next several weeks, you will participate in eight weekly, 1-hour therapy sessions conducted online using Duke Zoom.
- These sessions are designed to help you reduce or quit drinking alcohol and improve your PTSD symptoms.
GPS Logging
- Before starting therapy and after completing therapy, you will carry a GPS logger for two weeks. This will help measure your progress and changes in functioning throughout the study.
Final Visit at Duke
- About three months after your initial visit, you will return to the Duke research lab for a second in-person visit.
- This visit will include another set of questionnaires and interviews to evaluate your symptoms and overall progress.
Participants will receive $75 for each of the two in-person visits, and $25 for returning the GPG logger at the end of the study.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
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