Supporting veterans in starting PTSD treatment
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study aims to help veterans with PTSD transition to recommended treatment. It focuses on supporting you in getting the care you need.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a veteran.
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD during an intake assessment at the San Francisco VA Medical Center.
- You are able to understand and give your consent to participate.
- You do not have a cognitive impairment that would make it hard to understand the study materials.
- You are not currently experiencing active psychosis.
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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