Therapy for  Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Depression

The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of an enhanced cognitive behaviour therapy program for adults suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Depression. Individuals can participate in the program if they are 16 years of age or over and have been involved in, or witnessed a traumatic event (e.g. car accident, sexual assault, physical assault, dog attack, mugging, etc.) at least 1 month ago.

What does the study involve?

The research involves an initial assessment interview during which participants are asked about their life experiences and any symptoms they may be experiencing. Participants are then offered 15 free individual therapy sessions with a trained therapist. The research also involves a follow-up interview immediately after treatment and 6-months after treatment.

If you are interested in participating in this study, please don’t hesitate to contact us on (08) 8201 5995 or email us at traumaunit@flinders.edu.au.

 

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Child Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

What is the study about?

The study, which is being funded by the Channel 7 Children's Research Foundation of South Australia, is investigating the effectiveness of cognitive behaviour therapy for children suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after a single incident- type trauma. To be included in the study, children must be aged between 8-17 years, and have suffered or witnessed a single-incident type trauma (e.g., road traffic accident, dog attack, assault etc) at least 3 months previously. Please note that children who have suffered chronic type trauma (e.g., sexual or physical abuse) would not be eligible for this study.

What does the study involve?

The research involves an initial assessment interview during which children and parent(s) are asked about their life experiences and any symptoms. Children and their parent(s) are then offered 9 free individual therapy sessions with a trained therapist. The research also involves a follow-up interview immediately after treatment and 3, 6, 12 and 24-months after treatment.

If you are interested in participating in this study, or would like more information about the research being conducted at the Flinders University Posttraumatic Stress Unit, please don’t hesitate to contact us on (08) 8201 5995 or email us at traumaunit@flinders.edu.au.

 

 

Therapy for Child Maltreatment

What is the study about?

This study is aimed at helping children to recover after experiencing maltreatment. The therapy will aim to improve children’s self-esteem, behaviour and relationship with caregivers. It will also aim to decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety. Children can participate in the program if they are aged between 7-12 years, have experienced any type of maltreatment in the past (e.g., sexual, physical or emotional abuse, neglect, witnessing domestic violence), are currently in a stable, long-term placement with non-offending parent or carer and have a parent/carer who is willing/able to attend therapy sessions.

If you require more information, or would like to discuss the suitability of a child for this study, please contact Fiona Leeson on (08) 8201 2996 or email fiona.leeson@flinders.edu.au.

What does the study involve?

Eligible children and caregivers will be required to attend four assessment sessions and will be provided with 10-14 weeks of individual therapy.