Study of written therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a type of writing-based therapy called Written Exposure Therapy can help reduce PTSD symptoms. Researchers will measure brain activity (EEG) and sleep/activity patterns to see if they can predict how well the therapy works.
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Who can take part
- Age between 18 and 65
- Have a history of trauma and currently have high PTSD symptoms
- Able to read, write, and understand English
- If you take psychiatric medication, it must be stable for at least 6 weeks before starting
- No metal in the head or neck, no recent head injury with prolonged unconsciousness, and no history of serious neurological conditions (such as seizures, stroke, or brain tumors)
Quick eligibility check
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