The long-term goal of this study is to reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors among treatment-seeking individuals who also have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Prolonged exposure (PE) and crisis response plan (CRP) have demonstrated empirical support for reducing suicide attempts as compared to treatment as usual. However, no studies to date have assessed their effectiveness when used in combination. In light of this knowledge gap, the primary objective of this study will be to test the effectiveness of PE augmented with CRP as compared to PE with care as usual (self-guided treatment plan), an active comparator, for the reduction of suicide ideations and attempts for individuals with comorbid PTSD.
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Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation (SSI)
Timeframe: During the first 3 weeks and through one year follow up
Self-Injurious Thoughts and Behaviors Interview-Revised (SITBI-R)
Timeframe: During the first 3 weeks and through one year follow up
PTSD Checklist for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)-5 (PCL-5)
Timeframe: During the first 3 weeks and through one year follow up