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

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Stress; Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms; Quality of Life (QOL)

• Registration Number: NCT07027930
• Lead Sponsor: University of the Punjab

Brief 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.

Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2025-05-01
• Study First Submitted: 2025-05-30
• Status Verified: 2025-06
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-06-16
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-06-16
• Study First Posted: 2025-06-19
• Last Update Posted: 2025-06-19
• Primary Completion: 2025-09-25
• Study Completion: 2025-11-01

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 35

Inclusion Criteria

• 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 Criteria

• 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

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
The Urdu Impact of Event Scale-Revised	From Enrollment to end of study after 4 weeks	It will measure trauma-specific symptoms such as intrusion, avoidance, and hyperarousal. This 22-item scale uses a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 (not at all) to 4 (extreme), comprehensively evaluating the psychological impact of traumatic incidents. Higher the scores, Higher will be severity of post traumatic symptoms.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Public Universities; 🇵🇰 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan