PTSD, Alcohol Use Disorder, And Treatment, A Review

Abstract

This systematic review examines the empirical literature for American veterans with a dual diagnosis of PTSD and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Concurrent treatment and treatment targeting one of the disorders was the basis for research question used. Grades of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE), the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses) statement, and COPES (Client Oriented Practical; Evidence Search Guides) method of question formation was chosen. Five full reports were extracted from 128 through three electronic databases. Selected quantitative studies were peer-reviewed journals. No randomized clinical trials were located. All five studies included received a low GRADE score. Future studies that use rigorous designs are sorely needed that addresses this population.