Trauma support program for teens in juvenile detention
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help teens in juvenile detention cope with trauma and stress. It aims to reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and improve well-being.
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Who can take part
- You are between 13 and 18 years old.
- You are currently in a participating juvenile detention center.
- You have at least 3 months left in your sentence.
- You screen positive for possible PTSD symptoms (score of 4 or more on a brief checklist).
- You do not have significant cognitive or developmental delays or active psychosis that would interfere with participation.
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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