Positive Processes and Transition to Health – Single-Session (PATH-SS)

Description

This study will be an open trial to determine if PATH-SS reduces stressor-related symptoms of PTSD and/or depression after sexual assault in a sample of 45 college students who have experienced a sexual assault. Potential participants will first undergo a pre-screening to assess for likelihood of elegibility. Participants who may be eligible will proceed to the pre-treatment/baseline assessment; those excluded will be given referrals.

After informed consent is obtained, participants will complete the pre-treatment/baseline assessment to confirm eligibility. The assessing clinician will consult with the PI before making eligibility decisions. Eligible participants will then receive one session of the PATH-SS intervention, lasting up to 2 hours.

Symptoms will be assessed pre-treatment, post-treatment, and at 1-month follow-up, with each assessment lasting approximately 1 hour. Participants will be compensated $20 via Amazon gift card for each assessment completed following treatment. Participants will not be compensated for the intervention session.