MDMA therapy sessions for veterans with PTSD
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This Phase 2 trial tests whether therapy assisted by MDMA can reduce symptoms of moderate to severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in eligible veterans. It includes supervised therapy sessions and extra study visits with video recording to track changes over time.
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Who can take part
- Have current PTSD symptoms for at least 6 months (moderate to severe)
- Be a veteran getting care through a VA center in the Greater Los Angeles area
- Be able to read and speak English and swallow pills
- Be willing to have study visits recorded on audio/video, including MDMA therapy sessions
- Have an approved support person who can be contacted if you become unwell, and can stay with you during the therapy evenings if needed
- Pass health checks (such as blood pressure/cardiovascular screening) and follow pregnancy/conception rules if applicable
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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