Making PTSD therapy safer for people with suicidal thoughts
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a type of therapy called Prolonged Exposure can be more effective and safe for people who have both PTSD and suicidal thoughts. The goal is to help reduce trauma symptoms while addressing suicide risk.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD or have symptoms that are close to PTSD.
- You can speak and understand English.
- You are able to give your informed consent to participate.
- You do not have a substance use problem that needs medical treatment right now.
- You are not at immediate risk of suicide requiring hospitalization or suicide-focused treatment.
- You do not have a condition like severe intoxication, psychosis, or mania that would make it hard to give consent.
Quick eligibility check
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