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Outcome measures were obtained via the Tinnitus Workshop Follow-Up form after completion of the virtual workshops.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Outcome data collected for FYs 2022\u20132024 showed that 80% of the respondents used all four strategies instructed in the workshops (using sound, relaxation, planning activities, changing unhelpful thoughts about tinnitus). Specifically, 94% reported using sound, 94% used relaxation strategies, 92% reported planning activities, and 88% reported changing unhelpful thoughts about tinnitus. The majority of respondents reported an improved sense of control of tinnitus (68%), improved ability to cope with tinnitus (68%), improved overall quality of life (QOL; 67%), and less bothersome tinnitus (60%) after participating in the workshops. Ninety-three percent of respondents recommended the workshops for other Veterans with bothersome tinnitus. Sixty percent requested text messages to support their tinnitus plan of care.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Clinical outcomes of care delivered to Veterans with bothersome tinnitus showed use of the PTM coping strategies and improved QOL indicators after completion of care, with 93% of the respondents recommending virtual group PTM care to other Veterans with bothersome tinnitus. Veterans were receptive to receiving text messages to supplement their tinnitus plan of care. 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