Writing therapy for PTSD in substance treatment
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a writing therapy to help people in residential substance use treatment reduce PTSD symptoms. It involves writing about a traumatic memory and aims to improve mental health and support recovery.
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Who can take part
- Currently enrolled in residential substance use treatment at MTC
- Have a diagnosis of PTSD
- Age 18 or older
- Able to speak, read, and write in English
- Have a clear memory of the traumatic event to write about
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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