Studying prolonged exposure for PTSD and how it helps
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies how a therapy called “prolonged exposure” works for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). You may be able to join if you have PTSD, are interested in starting prolonged exposure, and meet other safety and participation rules.
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Who can take part
- Be age 18 or older
- Have a PTSD diagnosis based on a structured interview (DIAMOND/DSM-5)
- Be interested in starting prolonged exposure therapy
- Not have a history of schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders
- Not have untreated bipolar disorder or mania/mixed episodes in the last 6 months
- Have no severe brain injury or major neurological problem; no moderate-or-worse substance use disorder
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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