Study brain changes after trauma-focused therapy for PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how the brain works and how it changes after Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for people with PTSD. You might help researchers learn why this therapy helps and who may benefit most.
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Who can take part
- You have a PTSD diagnosis diagnosed by a clinician (based on DSM-5 criteria).
- You have a history of chronic childhood trauma involving relational abuse.
- You are enrolled in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) at McLean Hospital.
- You’re between 18 and 55 and can understand and sign consent (fluent English).
- You do not have certain mental health conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar/related disorders.
- You can’t have certain medical factors like a positive pregnancy test or metal implants.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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