Talk therapy for PTSD in people living with HIV
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether trauma-focused psychodynamic talk therapy can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in people who also live with HIV. It may help by offering structured therapy alongside stable medication.
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Who can take part
- You have PTSD diagnosed by a clinician and your PTSD symptom severity is high enough (CAPS-5 score at least 25).
- You are living with HIV, confirmed from records or a study HIV test.
- You are on mental health medicine that has been stable for at least 2 months and you can keep it steady during treatment.
- You do not have psychosis or bipolar I (a specific type of severe mood disorder).
- You are not dealing with active thoughts of suicide, a current substance use disorder, or severe confusion/intellectual disability.
- You do not have unstable, serious health problems other than HIV that could interfere with participation.
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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