Deployment Psychology Blog

Research Update: 2 July 2020

By Shirl Kennedy  on 02.07.2020 2:00 pm

The weekly Research Update contains the latest news, journal articles, useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include: 

● Experiences with medical cannabis in the treatment of veterans with PTSD: Results from a focus group discussion.
● Residual Symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder Following Integrated Exposure Treatment Versus Coping Skills Treatment.
● Predictors of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) Outcomes in Active-Duty U.S. Army Personnel.
● Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia vs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia: Results of a Randomized Noninferiority Clinical Trial Among Veterans.

Staff Perspective: Understanding the Relationship Between PTSD, Sleep Disturbances, and Suicidality

By Timothy Rogers  on 01.07.2020 11:01 am
Tim Rogers, Ph.D.

In this blog, Dr. Rogers briefly reviews current literature examining the relationship between PTSD, sleep disturbances, and suicidality.  Increasingly, research is examining the link between different types of sleep disturbances and their relationship with suicidality (e.g., suicidal ideation and attempts).  The purpose of this blog will be to review the latest findings about the relationship between sleep disturbances and suicidality for Service members and Veterans diagnosed with PTSD.

Research Update: 25 June 2020

By Shirl Kennedy  on 25.06.2020 1:58 pm

The weekly Research Update contains the latest news, journal articles, useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include: 
● Cognitive Processing Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder via Telehealth: Practical Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
● Assessing Triggers of Posttrauma Nightmares.
● Minority Participation in Randomized Controlled Trials for Prolonged Exposure Therapy: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

Staff Perspective - Around the Web: 24 June 2020

By Christopher Adams  on 24.06.2020 10:28 am

As we close out this year's PTSD Awareness Month, we wanted to take a quick look at a few relevant stories from around the web.

  • Overview of Evidence-based Practice - The Psychological Health Center for Excellent (PHCoE) offers a brief run-down of several evidence-based treatment options for PTSD, along with accompanying resources.
  • MHS Mental Health Experts Shed Light on PTSD - Three Military Health System SMEs, including CDP Executive Director Dr. Dave Riggs, discussed PTSD, treatment and programs during a media roundtable on the topic.

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