Study protocol: implementing and evaluating a trauma-informed model of care in residential youth treatment for substance use disorders.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Comorbidity between Substance Use Disorders and trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common, particularly within residential treatment services. Comorbidity is associated with poorer treatment retention and treatment outcomes. Integrated treatment approaches are increasingly recommended but are still under examined in residential treatment services. This study will implement and evaluate a novel model of trauma-informed care (TIC) in a youth (18-35 years) residential substance use treatment service.

Methods and analysis

A single-armed, phase 1 implementation trial will be conducted in one residential treatment service. The model, co-developed with staff, incorporates: (i) workforce development in TIC through staff training and clinical supervision; ad

SUBMITTER: Walter ZC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10572352 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature