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Project Number: | IK2HX002891-01A2 |
| Title: | Assessing and Enhancing Social Support to Improve Treatment Outcomes Among Veterans with PTSD |
| Principal Investigator: | Sarah B. Campbell |
| Location: | Seattle, WA |
| Congressional District Code: | 9 |
| Research Service: | Health Services R&D |
| Project Period: | October 2020 - September 2025 |
| FY 2021 Funding Amount: | $144,107 |
| Total Award Amount (all years): |
$675,472 |
| Abstract: |
View full abstract and other project information on NIH RePORTER Go To NIH RePORTER Excerpt: Background: PTSD is a significant problem for Veterans, most of whom are initially treated for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI). Poor social support in this population is a risk factor for suicidal ideation, all-cause mortality, and worse treatment engagement and response. Preliminary research shows that approximately 60% of Veterans with PTSD present to specialty care intake appointments with poor social support. However, none of the existin... |