Fast Facts
Experiencing PTSD symptoms
Drink alcohol or drink alcohol heavily and want to reduce alcohol use
Compensation
up to $560
Conducted remotely
Additional Information
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Aged 18–70 years
- Experiencing PTSD symptoms
- Reported heavy drinking in the past month
Exclusion Criteria:
- Current psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder
- Suicidal or homicidal ideation
- Currently enrolled in evidence-based behavioral treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD) or PTSD
Overall Duration:
This study lasts about 14 months in total. Participants will complete a baseline assessment, 12 therapy sessions over 6 weeks, and follow-up assessments at 3, 6, and 12 months after treatment.
In-Lab Activities:
- One baseline assessment visit (about 3 hours)
- Participants complete interviews and questionnaires about PTSD symptoms, alcohol use, and mental health
- 12 therapy sessions over 6 weeks (about 105 minutes each)
- Each session includes a short check-in with the research team followed by about 90 minutes of talk therapy with a trained clinician
- All therapy sessions are audio-recorded for research purposes
- Participants may complete alcohol-related tests (such as breathalyzer or blood alcohol tests) during study visits
- Additional interviews and questionnaires may be completed throughout the study
At-Home Activities:
- Daily smartphone app surveys during the 6-week treatment period
- Surveys take about 5 minutes per day
- Questions focus on alcohol use and mood
- Data is used to track daily changes in symptoms and behavior
- All responses are kept confidential and used only for research purposes
Participants may receive up to $560 for their participation.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.