Trauma therapy for PTSD with a psychotic disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if prolonged exposure therapy, a common PTSD treatment, can help people who also have a psychotic disorder (like schizophrenia or bipolar with psychosis). The goal is to reduce PTSD symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have a psychotic disorder (like schizophrenia) or an mood disorder with psychotic symptoms.
- You also have PTSD with a CAPS-5 score of 23 or higher (moderate to severe symptoms).
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You can speak and understand German well.
- You are willing to be randomly assigned to therapy and attend trauma-focused sessions.
- You have not changed your antipsychotic or antidepressant medication in the last 4 weeks.
- You do not have a substance dependence (except nicotine or caffeine).
- You have an IQ above 70.
- You are not currently suicidal or pregnant.
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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