PTSD treatment for pregnant and new mothers
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new therapy to help pregnant women and new mothers with PTSD. The goal is to see if the therapy improves mental health after trauma.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You can read and speak English
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD or have symptoms of PTSD
- You are pregnant or have given birth within the last 12 weeks
- You are not at immediate risk of hurting yourself
- You are not currently in therapy focused on trauma
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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