A Feasibility Trial of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy- Integrative Treatment Group Protocol for Ongoing Traumatic Stress In Road Traffic Accident Survivors for Reduction of Post-traumatic Stress Symptoms

University of the Punjab35 enrolled

Overview

Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a significant public health concern globally, accounting for a substantial proportion of morbidity and mortality. This study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Integrative Group Treatment Protocol for Ongoing Traumatic Stress (EMDR-IGTP-OTS) in the reduction of posttraumatic stress symptoms, depression, and anxiety, while improving the quality of life in individuals who have experienced traffic accidents. Using a randomized control design, participants aged 18-45 will be assessed at three-time points: pre-treatment, post-treatment, and one-month follow-up. The study employs the DASS-21, UIES-R, and WHOQOL-BREF as evaluation measures. Findings aim to expand evidence on trauma-focused interventions and explore their applicability in culturally diverse, resource-constrained settings.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH

Masking

SINGLE

Enrollment

Conditions

Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms Quality of Life (QOL)Stress

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 45 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18 and 45 years. * Experienced a traffic accident 3 months to 10 years prior * Willing to participate and able to understand the intervention components. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants will be excluded from the study if they meet any of the following criteria: * Diagnosed with conditions such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, which require specialized treatment beyond the scope of this study. * History of severe head injuries resulting in neurological or cognitive deficits. * Participants who have experienced a traffic accident less than 3 months ago, as immediate post-traumatic responses may not have stabilized

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

The Urdu Impact of Event Scale-Revised

It will measure trauma-specific symptoms such as intrusion, avoidance, and hyperarousal. This 22-item scale uses a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 (not at all) to 4 (extreme), comprehensively evaluating the psychological impact of traumatic incidents. Higher the scores, Higher will be severity of post traumatic symptoms.

Time frame: From Enrollment to end of study after 4 weeks

A Feasibility Trial of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy- Integrative Treatment Group Protocol for Ongoing Traumatic Stress In Road Traffic Accident Survivors for Reduction of Post-traumatic Stress Symptoms

Overview

Conditions

Interventions

Eligibility

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Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

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