Intrusive Memories of Traumatic Event(s) Clinical Trial
Official title:
A Randomised Controlled Trial of a Brief Cognitive Task Intervention to Support NHS Staff Experiencing Intrusive Memories of Traumatic Events From Working in the COVID- 19 Pandemic.
Frontline healthcare staff are frequently exposed to traumatic events at work (e.g., witnessing patients die), amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant proportion experience intrusive memories of these events that pop suddenly into mind: they can disrupt functioning and can contribute to post-traumatic stress disorder. Previous research has shown that a brief behavioural intervention can reduce the number of intrusive memories after a traumatic event. In this study we will test the effect of a digital imagery-competing task, a digital music-listening task and treatment as usual (TAU) for National Health Service (NHS) staff with intrusive memories of work-related traumatic events from the pandemic. We test the effect on the number of intrusive memories (primary outcome), and other clinical symptoms (PTSD, anxiety, depression, and insomnia), in addition to work functioning, general functioning and quality of life (secondary outcomes). Intervention feasibility, acceptability and implementation will also be explored (additional outcomes). We will recruit approximately 150 NHS staff (via the Intensive Care Society, social media and direct advertising by NHS Trusts) with intrusive memories of traumatic events experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study is funded by the Wellcome Trust (223016/Z/21/Z).
A statistical analysis plan will be prepared prior to the first interim analysis using Bayesian analyses for statistical inference. Regular monitoring will be performed by P1vital Products to verify that the study is conducted, and data are generated, documented and reported in compliance with the protocol, GCP and the applicable regulatory requirements. Quality assurance representatives from the Sponsor may carry out an audit of the study in compliance with regulatory guidelines and relevant standard operating procedures. ;
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