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
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 Punjab
35 participants
May 1, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
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.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- 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 Criteria4
- 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
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Interventions
EMDR-IGTP-OTS is a group intervention based on EMDR 8-phased protocols with the integration of the Butterfly hug technique.
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NCT07027930