New treatment option for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Official title Augmenting Massed Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to Prevent Suicide Risk Among Patients With PTSD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07238192
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this research is to see if Crisis Response Planning (CRP), a brief strategy designed to help people cope effectively with emotional crises, combined with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a talk treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), will reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
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
- Active duty service member or veteran aged 18 or older eligible for military medical care.
- Able to read, write, and speak English.
- Meeting diagnostic criteria for PTSD or subthreshold PTSD (i.e., meeting diagnostic threshold for 3 of 4 symptom criteria within the past month) on...
- Active suicidal ideation within the past week as assessed by scoring ≥ 1 on Scale for Suicidal Ideation (SSI) item 4 (i.e., active suicidal ideation...
- Regular use of an iPhone or Android smartphone.
You likely can't join if
- Inability to comprehend and complete the consent and baseline screening questionnaires.
- Current suicide or homicide risk meriting crisis intervention.
- Serious mental health symptoms, such as mania, psychosis, alcohol or substance use disorders warranting immediate clinical attention based on...
- Currently engaged in evidence-based psychotherapy for PTSD (e.g., Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fort Hood, Texas, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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 Fort Hood, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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