Hexadecanal added to therapy for PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a natural substance called hexadecanal, when added to standard talk therapy (Cognitive Processing Therapy), can help treat PTSD. It's for adults who have been diagnosed with PTSD and are able to receive therapy at a specific clinic.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) based on current medical guidelines.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are eligible for Cognitive Processing Therapy at the National Center for Traumatic Stress and Resilience.
- You do not have bipolar disorder, psychosis, or a neurological disorder.
- You do not have a drug addiction.
- You are not currently in another form of talk therapy.
- You are not born with or have lost your sense of smell.
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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