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New treatment option for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Official title Enhancing Psychotherapy for Veterans and Service Members With PTSD and Anxiety
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05843695
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare two different intensive formats of delivering cognitive-behavioral treatment for people with PTSD and anxiety disorders. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is iTCBT delivered in individual and group formats more effective than TAU in improving anxiety symptoms and quality of life?
- Time commitment: about 2 weeks
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Veteran/Service Member at least 18 years old
- Current diagnosis of at least one anxiety-based disorder: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Generalized Anxiety...
- Moderate-to-poor life enjoyment and satisfaction as indicated by a score of 47 or lower on the QLES-Q-SF
- Stable on psychotropic medication for 4 weeks before study participation
- Willing to be assigned by chance to treatment condition
You likely can't join if
- Active symptoms of mania or psychosis at baseline (based on ADIS-5)
- Depression with active suicidal ideation and intent that would preclude treatment (based on ADIS-5 \& BDI-II)
- Moderate-to-severe cognitive impairment as indicated by the SLUMS (a score below 20)
- Veterans/Service Members with comorbid substance/alcohol use or dependence are study eligible but must agree to reduce and limit their use of...
- Undergoing concurrent transdiagnostic CBT specifically targeting any of the above-mentioned disorders
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 2 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.