VISN 22 Center of Excellence for Stress and Mental Health

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The VA CESAMH team brings expertise in all of these areas to collaboratively address issues related to PTSD and TBI. </p> </div> <div class="col-sm-5"> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="VISN 22 Center of Excellence for Stress and Mental Health - CESAMH" class="img-responsive center-block img-thumbnail" src="/CESAMH/images/cesamh_logo.jpg" title="VISN 22 Center of Excellence for Stress and Mental Health - CESAMH"></p> </div> </div> <h3 class="bg-primary" style="padding: 10px 5px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 125%; font-weight: bold;">Vision, Mission, and Goals</h3> <h4><strong>VISION:</strong></h4> <p>CESAMH <strong>develops and evaluates</strong> innovative treatments for Veterans affected by traumatic events and brain injuries. We support recovery for the whole Veteran, including quality of life, relationships, employment, and mind/body connection.</p> <h4><strong>MISSION:</strong></h4> <p>CESAMH develops, evaluates and disseminates assessments and interventions for Veterans with PTSD, TBI and common comorbid conditions.</p> <h4><strong>GOALS:</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>CONDUCT</strong> basic research into the neural mechanisms of trauma-related behavioral problems in order to develop and test novel preventive and treatment targets and strategies.<br><br></li> <li><strong>UNDERSTAND</strong> and quantify the neurobiological and psychophysiological mechanisms of symptom change and indicators of treatment response for trauma-related conditions.<br><br></li> <li><strong>EXAMINE</strong> the acceptability, appropriateness and effectiveness of interventions for PTSD, TBI and common comorbidities.<br><br></li> <li><strong>PROVIDE</strong> education and training to multiple stakeholders.</li> </ul> <h3 class="bg-primary" style="padding: 10px 5px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 125%; font-weight: bold;">Research Highlight</h3> <a id="Participants"></a> <h3><strong>Dr. Peter Colvonen's Sleep Research</strong></h3> <p>A CESAMH researcher, Dr. Peter Colvonen, recently received some press about his work with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and PTSD. His and others research has found that approximately 50% of active military/veterans with PTSD have comorbid sleep apnea, and untreated sleep apnea can interfere with many aspects of PTSD management. Since younger Veterans may not present with the usual symptoms of OSA, many do not get treatment for this sleep disorder. Raising providers’ awareness of the high rates of OSA in Veterans with PTSD may increase its screening and treatment, and consequently, increase response to PTSD treatment and overall well-being.<br><br><a href="https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.pn.2023.12.11.9" target="_blank">Click here to view the full article in Psychiatric News, an American Psychiatric Association publication! </a></p> <h3 class="bg-primary" style="padding: 10px 5px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 125%; font-weight: bold;">Participate in Research</h3> <a id="Participants"></a> <h3><strong>Participate in Research</strong></h3> <p>This section is designed to connect potential volunteers to recruiting open research studies. If you find a study that you’d like to participate in, you can contact the study team with questions or to volunteer. Join us to improve the health of others!<br><br><a href="/CESAMH/Participate_in_Research.asp" target="_blank">Click here to view research studies that are now enrolling at VA San Diego! </a></p> <h3 class="bg-primary" style="padding: 10px 5px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 125%; font-weight: bold;">Site Map</h3> <div class="row"> <div class="col-sm-4"> <h4><strong>MAIN:</strong></h4> <p><a href="/CESAMH/index.asp">CESAMH Home</a></p> <p><a href="/CESAMH/About_Us.asp"> About Us </a></p> <p><a href="/CESAMH/CESAMH_Leadership_Team.asp">CESAMH Leadership Team</a></p> </div> <div class="col-sm-4"> <h4><strong>UNITS:</strong></h4> <p><a href="/CESAMH/AdminOps.asp">Administrative and Operations Unit</a></p> <p><a href="/CESAMH/Neuroscience_Research_Unit.asp">Neuroscience Unit</a></p> <p><a href="/CESAMH/ClinicalRes.asp">Clinical Research Unit</a></p> <p><a href="/CESAMH/EducDiss.asp">Education and Dissemination Unit</a></p> </div> <div class="col-sm-4"> 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