Counseling for trauma after difficult childbirth
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of counseling called Cognitive Processing Therapy that helps people who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a difficult or traumatic childbirth. It aims to reduce the emotional pain and improve daily life for new mothers.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman or person who gave birth, at least 18 years old.
- You gave birth at least one month ago.
- You experienced a traumatic birth that still causes significant distress or PTSD symptoms (like flashbacks, nightmares, or anxiety).
- You are not currently in another type of talk therapy or counseling for your symptoms.
- If you take psychiatric medication, the dose has been the same for at least 8 weeks and you plan to keep it stable during the study.
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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