Clinical trials
Traumatic Stress clinical trials
Below are recruiting traumatic stress clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 260 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07490717Enrolling by invitation
Treating PTSD and opioid use in jails
This study tests new ways to screen and treat people in jail who have both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and opioid use disorder. It aims to help participants with therapy while incarcerated and after release.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06826937Recruiting
Short-term recall therapy for severe PTSD
This study tests a new therapy that uses short-term recall and reprocessing to help people with severe PTSD. It may help you if you have strong PTSD symptoms and are not currently in crisis or have certain other mental health conditions.
BeershebaAges 18–70 - NCT06918899Recruiting
Study on complex PTSD in trauma-exposed children
This study looks at complex PTSD in children and teens (ages 7 to 18) who have been through at least one traumatic event. It aims to better understand what factors are related to this condition.
Istanbul, FatihAges 7–18 - NCT06577636RecruitingPhase 2
Dreaming with anesthesia for post-traumatic stress disorder
This study tests whether using anesthesia to induce dreaming can help people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to see if a therapy session under anesthesia can reduce PTSD symptoms and improve well-being.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06138522Recruiting
How Teens View Changes in PTSD Therapy
This study talks with traumatized teens and their therapists to understand how their therapy changes over time. It aims to improve care for young people with PTSD.
Paris, IDFAges 12 years+ - NCT06975852Recruiting
Follow-up study on children after trauma
This study follows up on children who were seen one year ago after a traumatic event. Researchers want to see how they are doing now and if they need more support.
Istanbul, FatihAges 7–18 - NCT06854328Recruiting
Prism PTSD study for adolescents
This trial tests a new non-invasive device that uses brain imaging to help treat PTSD symptoms in teens and young adults. It may be a good option if you haven't yet completed a full course of trauma-focused therapy.
New York, New YorkAges 12–21 - NCT04701723Recruiting
Breathing training to help after trauma stress
This pilot study tests whether “cardiac coherence” breathing exercises can help prevent ongoing (chronic) post-traumatic stress disorder after a recent traumatic event. It’s meant for people who are newly dealing with an acute stress reaction, soon after the event.
Saint-PaulAges 18 years+ - NCT07018765Recruiting
Mindfulness program for birth memory and trauma
This study tests if an 8-week online mindfulness program (MBSR) can help women who had a vaginal birth feel better about their birth memory and reduce feelings of trauma. You would join online group sessions from home.
Malatya, Leave BlankAges 18–45 - NCT07851090Recruiting
Anger and social skills in french veterans with PTSD
This study looks at how anger and social cognition (how you read others' emotions) relate to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in former French military members. By joining, you help researchers understand these connections, which could lead to better support for veterans.
DraguignanAges 18–45 - NCT04426448Recruiting
Test a short PTSD talk therapy for people in Botswana
This study tests a brief counseling intervention for people who have PTSD symptoms. It aims to see if a short, structured approach can help reduce PTSD symptoms for adults in Botswana.
LobatseAges 18 years+ - NCT07794332Recruiting
Understanding symptoms in teens in foster care
This study looks at how adolescents placed in child welfare experience symptoms like stress or difficult feelings. By participating, you can help improve support for teens in similar situations.
Strasbourg, Grand EstAges 12–18 - NCT07455370Enrolling by invitation
Moral distress and stress study for nurses
This study looks at how work-related stress and moral challenges affect nurses. It aims to understand and improve support for nursing staff.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06289621Recruiting
Brief treatment for anxiety and PTSD in South Africa
This trial tests a short, talk-based therapy for people with anxiety disorders or PTSD. It aims to help you manage symptoms in fewer sessions.
Cape TownAges 18–65 - NCT07473362Recruiting
Oxygen therapy in a high pressure chamber for PTSD
This trial tests whether breathing pure oxygen in a high-pressure chamber can help reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military veterans. It involves 60 daily sessions over 12 weeks, and aims to include both men and women.
Ramat Gan, Tel AvivAges 18–80 - NCT07200713Recruiting
SMART therapy for trauma-affected youth
This trial tests a therapy called SMART for youth who have experienced trauma. It aims to help with emotional, behavioral, and relationship problems linked to that trauma.
Asker, AkershusAges 7–17 - NCT06691347Recruiting
Trauma treatment for adults with PTSD in Norway
This study tests if a type of therapy for trauma (EMDR or trauma-focused therapy) helps people with PTSD. It is for adults in Norway who have not had these treatments before.
Drammen, AkershusAges 18 years+ - NCT06096740Recruiting
Talking therapy for PTSD and its effects on the brain
This study looks at how a specific type of talk therapy affects the way your brain processes rewards. You'd join a group that either starts therapy right away or waits a bit before starting. Your brain activity will be scanned with an MRI to see changes.
Austin, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07217925Recruiting
Neurofeedback for people with OCD and PTSD symptoms
This study tests whether a brain training technique called neurofeedback can improve well-being in people who have both OCD and post-traumatic stress symptoms. It is for adults on a therapy waiting list who do not have other serious untreated conditions.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–90 - NCT07015567Recruiting
Treating complex PTSD in displaced people
This study tests a psychotherapy for people with complex PTSD who are refugees or asylum seekers. It aims to help reduce trauma symptoms using culturally adapted talk therapy.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 17 years+ - NCT06371404Recruiting
Brain imaging study of stress and alcohol use disorders
This study uses a special brain scan to look at how stress and alcohol use affect the brain. It may help people with PTSD, alcohol use disorder, or healthy volunteers understand these conditions better.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT06592677Recruiting
Early support after trauma
This trial tests if early support from a municipal crisis team can help people who have been through a traumatic event. It may be a good option if you have symptoms of post-traumatic stress and want to see if extra support soon after the event can help you feel better.
Asker, AskerAges 16–99 - NCT06996275Recruiting
Attachment and PTSD in French Military: A Study
This study looks at how attachment style affects emotions in French military personnel with PTSD. It tests a method called 'security priming' to see if it helps with emotional connection. If you are in the military and have PTSD, this trial may help understand and improve your emotional responses.
Brétigny-sur-OrgeAges 18–65 - NCT06943404RecruitingPhase 2
BXCL501 after a car crash to help recovery
This study tests a medication called BXCL501 to see if it helps people recover from stress after a motor vehicle crash. You can join if you went to the emergency room within 3 days of the crash and are expected to go home.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for traumatic stress?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 260 recruiting traumatic stress studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a traumatic stress trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a traumatic stress trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.