STAIR Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Emotion Regulation
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial will test if STAIR therapy can help people with PTSD, emotional issues, and borderline personality disorder by teaching them to manage their emotions and improve their relationships. STAIR therapy, which stands for Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation, has been used in various contexts to help individuals with PTSD and other emotional issues by teaching emotion management and interpersonal skills.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It mainly focuses on therapy participation and does not mention medication changes.
What data supports the effectiveness of the STAIR treatment for PTSD and emotion regulation?
How does the STAIR treatment for PTSD differ from other treatments?
STAIR treatment is unique because it focuses on teaching skills for managing emotions and improving relationships before addressing trauma memories, which is different from other PTSD treatments that often start with trauma exploration. This approach helps patients build a foundation of emotional and interpersonal skills, making it easier to handle the trauma-focused part of therapy.16789
Research Team
Sanno Zack, PhD
Principal Investigator
Stanford Universtiy
Emily Livermore, PsyD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults with PTSD or Borderline Personality Disorder symptoms, who can commit to group therapy rules. It's not suitable for those already in DBT or trauma-focused therapy.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Waitlist Control
Participants remain on the DBT waitlist for 12 weeks receiving no active intervention and complete pre and post-measures
STAIR Treatment
Participants complete 1.5 hr group sessions once per week for 12 weeks of Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR)
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- STAIR
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Stanford University
Lead Sponsor