Ear acupuncture for emotional distress in military with PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether ear acupuncture can help active-duty service members and veterans who have emotional distress related to PTSD. You will also receive mindfulness therapy as part of the study.
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Who can take part
- You are a current service member or a veteran.
- You have bothersome PTSD symptoms (like flashbacks, avoidance, or feeling on edge) that affect your daily life.
- You feel significant emotional distress (such as sadness, worry, or feeling overwhelmed).
- You are willing to try mindfulness therapy (a type of meditation-based treatment).
- You have not had mindfulness therapy from a healthcare provider in the past month.
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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