Cognitive Rehabilitation for Treatment of Anger in Veterans With TBI and PTSD (NCT07227987)
Cognitive Rehabilitation for Treatment of Anger in Veterans With TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) and PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This randomized clinical trial will enroll 100 Veteran-family/friend dyads to test the efficacy of CALM in treating anger in TBI and PTSD. The investigators hypothesize that compared to an active control group, Veterans randomized to the CALM group will demonstrate: * Significantly larger decreases in anger dysregulation, impulsivity, and executive dysfunction. * Significantly larger improvements in social and adaptive functioning including less aggression. * Significantly larger reduction in PTSD symptoms and suicidal ideation. The study targets Veterans who experience difficulties with anger and impulsivity due to TBI and PTSD. These issues are common, with up to 38% of Veterans with TBI also having PTSD. These conditions often make it challenging for Veterans to control their emotions and interact successfully in social and work settings. Our research will test the CALM (Cognitive Applications for Life Management) mobile app, which helps Veterans manage their goals, remember important tasks, and improve their attention. Initial tests of CALM have shown it can reduce levels of anger and related issues in Veterans. The investigators will conduct a study with 100 pairings of Veterans and a family member or friend. These pairs will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one using the CALM mobile platform and the other receiving brain health education. Both groups will use their assigned intervention for three months and will receive support through videoconference calls at the beginning, middle, and end of the program.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Duke University School of Medicine — Durham, North Carolina
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- CALM (Cognitive Apps for Life Management) (OTHER)
- Psychoeducation (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Duke University School of Medicine — Durham, North Carolina
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (929) 660-7280
Email: janequia.evans@duke.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.