Thousands of 9/11 responders that served at the site 2001 World Trade Center attack now live in Florida. As they reach retirement age, their numbers are likely to increase. A clinical trial led by FIU’s Mark Macgowan and Roberto Lucchini will investigate how to reduce the mental health challenges these Florida residents face living away from the established support systems available in New York and New Jersey.
The project aims to reduce the responders’ mental health burden by offering a personalized, clinician-supported remote intervention they can access to help manage their symptoms. The focus is on PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. The team is also advocating for federal funding to establish a designated clinical center that would offer physical and mental health care services in Florida.
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