Mantram repetition vs health education for PTSD and chronic pain
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two programs for veterans with both PTSD and chronic pain: one uses a simple word repetition technique (mantram) and the other provides health education. The goal is to see which helps reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are a U.S. military veteran.
- You have been diagnosed with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder).
- You have chronic pain (not caused by cancer) that has lasted at least 6 months and occurs most days.
- You are willing and able to take part in study activities, like group sessions or homework.
- You are not currently at high risk of suicide or harming others.
- You do not have a severe, untreated alcohol or drug problem, or another serious mental health condition that is not stable.
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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