MERA program to reduce aggression in PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a program called MERA to help people with PTSD-related symptoms manage emotions and reduce aggressive outbursts. It’s meant for Veterans who’ve had recent impulsive aggression and may benefit from structured skills practice and coaching.
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Who can take part
- You’re a Veteran who was deployed to a combat zone since 9/11
- You have full or “subthreshold” PTSD symptoms now (based on a clinician interview)
- You’ve had at least 3 aggressive behaviors in the last month (like yelling, throwing objects, or hitting objects/people)
- Your aggression is mainly impulsive (not planned), based on a questionnaire
- Someone 18+ who lives with you (partner, family member, or roommate) can independently report/confirm your aggression
- You agree not to change your mental health medicine during the study
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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