PTSD treatment options study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests different types of talk therapy for PTSD, like CPT, PE, and STAIR. It aims to find which treatment works best for people with PTSD.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You speak English fluently.
- You have had a traumatic event (like assault, accident, or disaster) at some point in your life.
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD by a clinician using a standard interview.
- You are willing to attend up to 20 therapy sessions over several weeks and complete questionnaires.
- You have not had a similar PTSD therapy in the last 3 months.
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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