University of Washington-Seattle Campus · PsychologyTrauma Recovery Initiative
Douglas F Zatzick · Seattle, Washington
Research Focus
Dr. Douglas F. Zatzick's lab at the University of Washington focuses on improving mental health outcomes for trauma survivors. The lab conducts research to develop and test effective interventions for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related conditions among individuals who have experienced severe injuries. By employing pragmatic trials, the lab aims to influence trauma care policies and enhance mental health services across the United States.
PTSDtrauma caremental healthmental health interventionpragmatic trialshospitalizationacute care
Research Aims
5AIM 01Test intervention strategies to reduce PTSD symptoms in trauma survivors.
AIM 02Evaluate the effectiveness of stepped care interventions compared to standard screening processes.
AIM 03Assess the impact of interventions on overall emergency department utilization.
AIM 04Identify factors that may mediate or moderate the success of the interventions.
AIM 05Inform and influence national trauma care policies based on research findings.
Skills the Lab Values
clinical interviewsrandomized controlled trialsmental health screeningdata collectionethnographic methodsstatistical analysispatient managementhealth services researchpolicy analysis
Output against the department
Publications275top 19% of dept.55th of 296
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Citations11ktop 27% of dept.80th of 296
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