Recovering sleep after a car accident
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a remote therapy program to help people who have been in a car accident and are at risk for PTSD. The goal is to see if improving sleep soon after a trauma can prevent PTSD symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You were in a motor vehicle collision and went to the emergency department within 72 hours
- You were sent home from the emergency department (not admitted to the hospital)
- You have a smartphone that works and a stable email address
- You are willing to complete 4 remote therapy sessions
- You are at risk for PTSD based on a screening questionnaire
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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