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New treatment option for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Official title Stepped Care for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06947538
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Less than 20% of people with PTSD receive any treatment. This study extends a program of research by the investigator focused on developing adaptive (stepped) interventions for PTSD.
- 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
- Assessed at pre-screening
- Boston Medical Center primary care patient
- At least 18 years of age
- Access to computer or mobile device
- Able to receive treatments in English or Spanish
You likely can't join if
- Assessed at pre-screening
- Patient is currently engaged in clinician-administered therapy Assessed at baseline (clinician interview)
- Patient is not clinically appropriate for outpatient level of care.
- Acute risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors, assessed by the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, administered by research clinician at baseline.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Assessed at pre-screening
- Boston Medical Center primary care patient
- At least 18 years of age
- Access to computer or mobile device
- Able to receive treatments in English or Spanish
- Able to read at 4th grade level Assessed at baseline
- Endorsement of Criterion A trauma using the Life Events Checklist for the DSM-5 (LEC-5), assessed at baseline
- PTSD diagnosis, confirmed by the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for the DSM-5 (CAPS-5) assessed at baseline \- Concordance between CAPS-5 and PCL-5 at baseline
- Clinically appropriate for outpatient level of care
- Stable on psychotropic medication for \>4 weeks
- Assessed at pre-screening
- Patient is currently engaged in clinician-administered therapy Assessed at baseline (clinician interview)
- Patient is not clinically appropriate for outpatient level of care.
- Acute risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors, assessed by the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, administered by research clinician at baseline.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, 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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to 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 Boston, Massachusetts, 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.