RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04127032

Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Public Safety Personnel

Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (ICBT) for Public Safety Personnel (PSP): Examination of Engagement, Outcomes, Strengths and Challenges


Sponsor

University of Regina

Enrollment

250 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2019

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study evaluates a transdiagnostic Internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) recently tailored for Canadian public safety personnel (PSP) reporting symptoms of depression, anxiety, or posttraumatic stress. Outcomes of interest include engagement with the intervention, changes in symptoms and functioning, and strengths and limitations of implementing ICBT with Canadian PSP.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing an internet-based version of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) — a type of talk therapy — for public safety workers (such as police, firefighters, paramedics, and corrections officers) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma-related symptoms. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You live in Canada - You work in public safety - You are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress - You have access to a computer and internet - You are willing to provide a physician as an emergency contact (or a clinician assesses the need is low) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are at high risk of suicide or were hospitalized for mental health in the past year - You have a primary problem with psychosis, serious alcohol or drug problems, or mania - You are already receiving regular psychological treatment for anxiety or depression - You would not be in Canada during the treatment period Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALPSP Wellbeing Course

A tailored ICBT intervention will be delivered to public safety personnel who report symptoms of depression, anxiety, or posttraumatic stress. Clients will choose whether they prefer weekly therapist support, twice-weekly support, or monitored optional support. The intervention is designed to be completed in 8 weeks, but clients will be able to extend their access to therapist support by an additional 8 weeks (i.e., up to 16 weeks in total).


Locations(1)

Department of Psychology and Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment

Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

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