Guilt Reduction vs. Prolonged Exposure for PTSD in Veterans
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two types of talk therapy for Veterans with PTSD who also struggle with trauma-related guilt. One therapy focuses on reducing guilt, while the other is a standard trauma-focused treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a U.S. Veteran who served after September 11, 2001 (OEF/OIF).
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD and often feel guilty about your trauma.
- You are not currently in another trauma-focused therapy (like Prolonged Exposure or CPT).
- You are willing to attend weekly therapy and assessment sessions.
- You are not at immediate risk of harming yourself or others, and do not have severe substance abuse, untreated psychosis, or a life-threatening medical condition.
- You can read and understand English.
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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