Treatment of TBI-Related Tinnitus and Comorbid PTSD: Examination of Neurobiological Markers Related to Symptom Improvement
In this study, researchers are examining the best sequence of interventions for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and tinnitus. Participants will either receive psychotherapy for PTSD first (Cognitive Processing Therapy; CPT), followed by treatment for tinnitus (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Tinnitus; CBT-t); or vice-versa. We also aim to identify changes in brain functioning after receiving therapy.
• Adult male and female active duty military personnel and veterans seeking treatment for PTSD
• Diagnosis of PTSD
• Person has experienced at least one mild traumatic brain injury (concussion)
• Ability to speak and read English
• Stable on any psychotropic medications
• Meets criteria for chronic subjective and bothersome tinnitus
• Chronic tinnitus is at least possibly related to head injury