Neurotic disorder
MONDO:0005379A form of functional mental illness that manifests in distressed emotional reactions such as anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, or irrational fears.
Also known as: neurosis, neurotic disorder, depressive neurosis, neurotic depression, neurotic depression reactive type, neurotic depressive state, psychoneurosis NOS, reactive depression
821 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Intensive PTSD therapy shows promise for rapid symptom relief in special operations troops
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short-term, intensive form of PTSD therapy can quickly reduce symptoms and improve thinking skills in military personnel. Participants receive either Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) over a conde…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Sleep drug shows promise for dual diagnosis of alcoholism and PTSD
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 study tests whether the sleep medication suvorexant can reduce insomnia in 76 adults aged 21–65 who have both alcohol use disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder. Participants take either suvorexant or a placebo for 14 days while trying to stop drinking. The study…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pharmacotherapies for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders Alliance • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a simple talk therapy help struggling mothers in peru? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a talk therapy called CETA for 300 mothers in a low-income area of Lima, Peru. The therapy aims to reduce depression, anxiety, and stress, and improve parenting and children's well-being. Another 300 mothers receive standard support. Researchers will follow famil…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Notre Dame • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a 20-Week group program curb domestic violence better than standard court orders?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a group program called Strength at Home (SAH) to standard court-mandated interventions for men who have used intimate partner violence (IPV) in Washington State. About 800 men will be randomly assigned to either SAH or treatment as usual, and researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New ASL-Based therapy aims to tackle alcohol and trauma in deaf community
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a therapy toolkit called Signs of Safety, designed for Deaf individuals who use American Sign Language and struggle with alcohol use disorder and PTSD. The toolkit adapts an existing therapy (Seeking Safety) to be Deaf-accessible. Researchers compare it to treatm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can therapy help pregnant women stay on HIV prevention? new study aims to find out.
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a short counseling program (about 4 sessions) designed to help pregnant and postpartum women in Cape Town, South Africa, keep taking their daily HIV-prevention pill (PrEP). Many women stop PrEP due to depression or trauma from violence. The program uses cognitive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study aims to boost recovery for those with opioid and mental health struggles
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 1,000 adults with both opioid use disorder and a mental health condition. Participants will receive standard medication for opioid use disorder, with some also getting a team-based support program called MISSION. The goal is to see if MISSION helps people s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a blood pressure pill ease PTSD?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial is testing whether HB-1, a tablet combining two blood pressure medications (telmisartan and verapamil), can safely reduce PTSD symptoms. About 200 adults aged 18-65 with PTSD will receive either HB-1 or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if H…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HB BioTech, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New therapy combo aims to keep women in opioid recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a stepped care program called PCT+2HOPE for women with opioid use disorder who have also experienced intimate partner violence and PTSD symptoms. The program adds group and individual therapy to standard medication treatment. Researchers will see if it helps wome…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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MDMA therapy trial targets PTSD and alcoholism in veterans
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether MDMA-assisted therapy can help veterans with both PTSD and alcohol use disorder. Eighty veterans will receive either a full dose of MDMA or a low-dose placebo during three therapy sessions. Researchers will measure changes in PTSD symptoms and drinking ha…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Healing moms, protecting kids: new therapy targets PTSD to stop maltreatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combined therapy for mothers with PTSD who are already receiving child welfare prevention services. The treatment blends skills to manage emotions and trauma with parent-child interaction coaching. Researchers will track changes in PTSD, depression, parenting b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study aims to help pregnant moms with HIV thrive
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Tunawiri (meaning 'thrive') that adds mental health screening, counseling, and support to regular HIV care for pregnant and postpartum women in Kenya. The goal is to improve depression, anxiety, and HIV treatment success. Nine hundred women will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Game on for life: app fights suicide in mental health patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a gamified mobile health app designed to reduce suicide risk in adults with mental disorders after they leave the hospital. Researchers will enroll 640 participants in Shenzhen, China, and use game-like features to encourage treatment adherence and follow-up visi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen Kangning Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can a Family-Based program reduce depression and abuse in young nepali wives?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a 9-session program called MILAP for young married women (ages 15-24) in Nepal who have experienced intimate partner violence. The program involves the woman, her husband, and her mother-in-law, aiming to reduce depression, violence, and PTSD. 900 participants wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Possible • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could a dissolving film under the tongue stop PTSD after a crash?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called BXCL501, given as a film under the tongue, can reduce acute stress and prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in people who have been in a motor vehicle collision. One hundred adults who come to the emergency department within 72 hour…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New study aims to tackle PTSD and obesity in veterans with one program
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called HARPP that combines proven treatments for PTSD and weight management into a single therapy for veterans. The goal is to see if this integrated approach leads to greater weight loss and PTSD symptom reduction compared to standard care. The study w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could MDMA help new moms battling PTSD and opioid addiction?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small study is testing whether MDMA-assisted therapy can help new mothers who have both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and opioid use disorder. Fifteen participants will receive MDMA in a controlled setting along with therapy sessions. The goal is to see if this appro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Prison PTSD therapy aims to cut drug use and crime after release
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a trauma-focused group therapy (CPT-CJ) given in prison can reduce drug use, PTSD symptoms, and re-arrest after release. 640 incarcerated adults from about 10 prisons will either receive the group therapy or a self-help workbook. Researchers will also mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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E-Cigs plus coaching may help mentally ill smokers cut harm
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving e-cigarettes to smokers with mental illness—along with optional behavioral coaching—helps them switch from regular cigarettes and lower their exposure to harmful chemicals. The trial enrolls 250 daily smokers who have tried to quit before but aren'…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New hope for veterans: therapy combo targets PTSD and suicide risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments for veterans with PTSD who are at high risk for suicide. One group receives Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) plus a special PTSD exposure protocol, while the other gets standard prolonged exposure therapy with suicide risk management. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Brain zaps to kick the habit: TMS trial targets smokers with mental health struggles
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can help people with mental illness quit smoking. Forty daily smokers with psychiatric conditions will receive either TMS or standard care. The goal is to see if TMS is practical and effective in real-…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Could treating sleep apnea help veterans beat PTSD and addiction?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) early with a positive airway pressure (PAP) device can improve outcomes for veterans with both PTSD and substance use disorder. About 194 veterans in a residential treatment program will either receive PAP therapy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Nerve block or talk therapy may prevent chronic pain in PTSD patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether reducing PTSD symptoms can prevent acute pain from turning into chronic pain. Researchers will give 345 adults either a nerve block injection (stellate ganglion block) or trauma-focused talk therapy (cognitive processing therapy). The goal is to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Could a simple sedative choice save Children's brains in the ICU?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two different sedative medicines given to children on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to see which one causes less confusion (delirium) and helps the brain recover better. About 372 children up to age 11 will take part. The results could change how …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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AI phone app could spot PTSD in minutes, not hours
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new iPhone app called Senseye DT that uses artificial intelligence to diagnose Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in adults. Participants will use the app while it records video of their face, and the AI looks for signs of PTSD. The goal is to see if the app…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Senseye, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain zaps after trauma may stop PTSD before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS, given within two weeks of a traumatic event, can prevent chronic PTSD. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity linked to fear and threat. The goal is to see if early intervention can reduce…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Talking it out in the ICU may stop PTSD after heart surgery
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a simple talking therapy for heart surgery patients while they are still in the ICU. The therapy uses a visitor book with photos and family messages to help patients process stressful memories. Researchers hope this can prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Pen and paper therapy: new study aims to stop PTSD after traumatic birth
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a simple writing exercise for new mothers who had a stressful childbirth. In the days after giving birth, participants write about their experience for 15 minutes a day for three days. The goal is to see if this can prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Community health workers aim to close vaccine gap for chronically ill
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether community health workers can help adults with chronic illnesses get up-to-date on COVID-19 and flu vaccines. Participants receive up to three counseling sessions in English or Spanish to address their vaccine concerns. The goal is to reduce health dispari…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: RAND • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New video program aims to stop PTSD and drug use in injured teens
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is creating and testing short videos for teens (ages 12-17) and their parents after a traumatic injury that requires a hospital stay. The goal is to prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use. The videos will be developed with input from families an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rhode Island Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a quick online therapy stop PTSD before it starts?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an online, therapist-guided therapy called CIPE can prevent PTSD in people who recently experienced a traumatic event. About 360 adults receiving support from crisis teams will either get CIPE plus usual care or usual care alone. The goal is to see if ear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norwegian Center for Violence and Traumatic Stress Studies • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Breathe away trauma: simple breathing drill may stop PTSD
Prevention Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a breathing technique called cardiac coherence can prevent chronic PTSD in people who recently experienced a traumatic event. 44 participants with acute stress disorder will practice the breathing exercises for 3 months. The goal is to see if this s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Short talk therapy may stop PTSD before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short form of exposure therapy, given soon after a traumatic injury, can prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers will enroll 300 injured adults admitted to Level I trauma centers. Half will receive the brief therapy plus standard care,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Phone app could stop PTSD and pot addiction after assault
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a smartphone-based program called RISE Guide for women who have just been sexually assaulted. The goal is to see if it can reduce anxiety sensitivity and prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cannabis use disorder (CUD). 68 women who seek emergency car…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Nevada, Las Vegas • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Brain zaps tailored to you: new PTSD therapy shows promise
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using personalized brain stimulation. Researchers use an EEG to find the right frequency for each person, then apply transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to the frontal lobe. The trial includes 20 vetera…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Can a short mindfulness class ease Veterans' PTSD, anxiety, and depression?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a four-session mindfulness class (Primary Care Brief Mindfulness Training) can help veterans reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD compared to a problem-solving class. The classes are designed for primary care settings and focus on meditation, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Can a Stepped-Care approach make PTSD therapy more effective?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether starting PTSD treatment with one type of talk therapy and then switching to another based on early progress leads to better symptom relief. About 430 adults receiving care at federally qualified health centers will take part. The study compares different …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could MDMA help veterans heal from PTSD? new study investigates
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called MDMA, given alongside therapy, can help veterans with PTSD feel better. About 52 veterans will receive a dose of MDMA during therapy sessions, either alone or in a group. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and reduces PTSD symptoms.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sunstone Medical • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a short talk therapy tame PTSD in those who save lives?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a brief form of talk therapy, called Prolonged Exposure for Primary Care (PE-PC), can reduce PTSD symptoms in first responders and frontline healthcare workers. Participants receive 4-6 weekly 30-minute sessions either by telehealth or in person, delivere…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy could ease PTSD in sexual assault survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) combined with therapy can help women with PTSD from sexual assault. About 70 women will receive the treatment in a controlled setting. The goal is to see if it reduces PTSD symptoms and i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sunstone Medical • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can taking photos of your day help heal stress?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking photos of things related to well-being and discussing them with a therapist can help people with stress-related illness. Participants take pictures with their phone before sessions, and the therapist uses the photos to guide conversations about wel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kronoberg County Council • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a crisis plan boost PTSD therapy and save lives?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a crisis response plan (CRP) to prolonged exposure (PE) therapy helps reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors in people with PTSD. Researchers will compare PE plus CRP to PE with standard care in 100 adults. The goal is to find a better way to suppo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a morning lightbox ease the triple burden of TBI, PTSD, and pain in veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sitting in front of a bright lightbox for 60 minutes each morning can improve sleep and overall well-being in veterans who have traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, and chronic pain together—known as the polytrauma clinical triad. The t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound could ease chronic PTSD in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) combined with intensive therapy can help people with chronic posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Fifteen adults with moderate to severe PTSD will receive the treatment over a week. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound and meditation join forces to tackle PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a single dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) combined with mindfulness-based therapy can help people with PTSD. Thirty adults with PTSD will receive psilocybin along with either standard support or extra mindfulness training…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Anthony P King • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a simple daily questionnaire tame PTSD flashbacks?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether answering a short daily survey about a specific traumatic memory can reduce the intensity and frequency of intrusive PTSD symptoms. Fifty adults with PTSD will either complete surveys about their trauma memory or about a neutral memory for 10 days. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tel Aviv University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can music or writing help heal healthcare Workers' trauma?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find helpful treatments for healthcare workers suffering from PTSD and distress due to work-related trauma. In the first phase, 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either a music-listening or a writing session over two weeks. Those who still have PTSD…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can online therapy help first responders cope? new study seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) program designed specifically for Canadian public safety personnel (like police, firefighters, and paramedics) who have symptoms of depression, anxiety, or posttraumatic stress. Participants choose their leve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Regina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New virtual therapy aims to ease PTSD in Moms-to-Be and new mothers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a short, virtual therapy for pregnant women and new mothers with PTSD. About 90 participants will either receive the therapy or standard care. The goal is to see if the therapy is practical and well-liked, and to measure its effect on PTSD and depression symptoms…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Veterans get a DBT 'Refresher' to keep PTSD symptoms at bay
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a hybrid dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) program for veterans with PTSD who have already completed inpatient treatment. The goal is to reduce lingering symptoms and prevent relapse. About 24 veterans will take part, combining in-person skill groups with online…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Arkin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a 5-Day therapy blitz tame PTSD in pregnancy?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of delivering cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to pregnant women with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). One group receives standard weekly therapy sessions for 12 weeks, while the other gets an intensive schedule of 10 sessions over just 5 days.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New therapy aims to help military moms heal from trauma and bond with kids
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Parenting STAIR Modular (PSTAIR-M) for military-connected mothers who have experienced trauma and have young children aged 2-10. The program helps mothers manage PTSD and depression symptoms while improving their parenting skills. Researchers wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New therapy aims to tackle PTSD and chronic pain in one go
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing a 12-session virtual therapy that combines two proven treatments—one for PTSD and one for chronic pain—into a single program. Researchers want to see if this integrated approach is feasible and acceptable for adults who suffer from both conditions. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain zaps for war trauma? TMS shows promise in PTSD pilot
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help ease PTSD symptoms in veterans. Twenty veterans with moderate to severe PTSD will receive ten sessions of low-frequency TMS over 2–4 weeks. Researchers will also use brain scans and blood tests t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: White River Junction Veterans Affairs Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New PTSD drug shows promise in Large-Scale trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new drug called TSND-201 can safely reduce PTSD symptoms in adults. About 300 people with PTSD will receive either one of two doses of TSND-201 or a placebo once a week for 4 weeks, then be followed for 8 more weeks. The goal is to see if the drug helps…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Transcend Therapeutics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can talk therapy plus yoga and meditation help veterans with PTSD function better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining psychotherapy with mind-body practices (like yoga or meditation) helps Veterans with PTSD function better in daily life. About 300 Veterans will be randomly assigned to different types of integrated care for 12 weeks. Researchers will track c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Veterans Medical Research Foundation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New program aims to ease mental health struggles by targeting shared roots
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called SKILLS that focuses on common factors across different mental health conditions, rather than treating each disorder separately. About 60 adults with stable psychiatric diagnoses will take part. The goal is to see if this approach reduces symptoms…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New personalized therapy for anxiety put to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of talk therapy called Process-Based Therapy (PBT) for people with anxiety. Unlike standard treatments, PBT adapts techniques from different therapies to target each person's specific struggles. Ten adults with moderate-to-severe anxiety will try …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease PTSD in HIV patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a type of talk therapy for people who have both HIV and PTSD. The therapy helps people understand how trauma affects their emotions and relationships. The goal is to see if this therapy is helpful and acceptable for this group. About 20 adults with HIV and P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Zapping PTSD: new brain stimulation trial aims to ease trauma symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small early study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called temporal interference (TI) can safely reduce PTSD symptoms in 5 adults. Participants will receive TI stimulation and have their brain activity measured with MRI, MEG, and EEG. The goal is to see if s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Mental Health Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New study tests if putting moms to sleep during C-Section stops PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at mothers who feel severe pain during a C-section despite spinal or epidural anesthesia. It compares giving general anesthesia versus extra pain medicine to see which better prevents post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The goal is to find a way to reduce trau…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can a simple therapy ease OCD in veterans? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of talk therapy called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can improve daily functioning and quality of life in veterans with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). About half of the 160 participants also have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a pacemaker for the vagus nerve ease PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a surgically implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve can boost the effects of talk therapy for people with chronic PTSD. Twenty adults who have not gotten better with standard treatments will receive either active or sham stimulation alongs…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Dallas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New 3-session therapy aims to curb aggression in veterans with PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a short, 3-session program called MERA (Manage Emotions to Reduce Aggression) for veterans with PTSD who struggle with impulsive aggression. The program teaches skills to manage emotions better, with the goal of reducing aggressive outbursts and preparing veteran…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a neck injection boost talk therapy for PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a nerve block injection (stellate ganglion block) to standard talk therapy (cognitive processing therapy) helps reduce PTSD symptoms more than either treatment alone. About 270 adults with PTSD will be assigned to one of three groups: combination t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Veterans try VR workouts to boost mood and brain power
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an 8-week virtual reality adventure exergaming program can improve physical activity, mood, and thinking in women veterans aged 18-45. Participants will play VR games that involve movement, and researchers will track changes in depression, anxiety, and PT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study tests trauma therapies for kids facing racial stress
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study offers two proven trauma therapies—Trauma-Focused CBT and Trauma Systems Therapy—to children aged 5-17 with PTSD and their families. Researchers want to see how well these treatments work when children also face stress from racial trauma and adapting to a new culture. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study offers hope for migrant mental health with remote therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a culturally adapted cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program for Venezuelan migrants in Lima, Peru, who struggle with anxiety, depression, or PTSD. The intervention is delivered remotely by trained lay providers over 6 to 12 weekly sessions. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can community health workers treat PTSD in pregnancy? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short, evidence-based therapy for PTSD (Written Exposure Therapy) can be effectively delivered by community health workers to pregnant women. The goal is to make treatment more accessible and reduce PTSD symptoms during pregnancy and after childbirth. A…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can mindfulness or CBT fix insomnia after a concussion?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two behavioral treatments—cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness—to help people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) sleep better and feel less stressed. 360 veterans and service members with mild to moderate TBI, insomnia, and PTSD symptoms will receive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New online therapy aims to ease PTSD after sexual abuse
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new anonymous online therapy program called Restory for people with PTSD after sexual abuse. It is designed for 140 adults who have experienced sexual violence at least one month ago. The therapy uses a type of talk therapy done over the internet, and the goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Buddy system for PTSD: peer support boosts therapy for women veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a peer support program (WoVeN) to a self-help version of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps women veterans with PTSD feel better and improve their mental well-being. About 100 women who have served in the U.S. military and have PTSD sympto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a single dose of MDMA supercharge PTSD therapy?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of MDMA, given alongside two weeks of daily exposure therapy, can reduce PTSD symptoms more than therapy alone. About 95 adults with PTSD will take either MDMA or a placebo during one therapy session. Researchers will check symptom changes o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a phone app help treat PTSD and addiction?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an app-based therapy called A-EMDR can help people who have both PTSD and substance use disorders. Twenty-four adults will use the app three times a week for four weeks, while researchers track changes in PTSD symptoms and substance use. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a shorter, customized app therapy beat standard treatment for anxiety and depression?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a standard mobile cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program to a personalized version that teaches skills faster. About 100 adults aged 18-25 with anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder will use the Maya app for 20 minutes, twice a week, for six weeks. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease anxiety in older adults? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a mobile app called MAYA that teaches cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to help older adults manage anxiety and depression. About 60 participants aged 40 and older with an anxiety or depressive disorder will use the app for at least 20 minutes, twice…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy for PTSD tested in groups
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether giving psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) in a group setting is safe and feasible for people with PTSD. 36 participants, including veterans, first responders, and survivors of sexual violence, will receive two group dosing s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Neck injection offers new hope for Tough-to-Treat PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a simple injection of dextrose (sugar water) into the neck can reduce symptoms like anxiety, brain fog, and depression in people with PTSD who haven't improved after trying multiple medications and therapies. About 50 adults will receive either the dextro…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dr. Dean Reeves Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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One-Week brain zaps could Fast-Track PTSD recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a week of accelerated brain stimulation (25 sessions over 5 days) can quickly reduce PTSD symptoms. It involves 132 adults with PTSD, including those with traumatic brain injury. The goal is to see if this fast-paced treatment works better than a placebo …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Yoga as therapy: new study tests if it eases ADHD and PTSD in teens
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if trauma-adapted yoga, added to usual care, can improve mental health and quality of life for 180 teens diagnosed with ADHD or PTSD. Participants will be randomly assigned to a yoga group or a waiting list. The study also explores if online yoga is a feasible op…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University West, Sweden • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain training may ease PTSD symptoms: new study tests remote program
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special computer-based brain training program can help adults with PTSD improve memory, attention, and daily functioning. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the brain training program or regular computer games, both with group discussions,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université du Québec a Montréal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can video therapy ease PTSD in those battling opioid addiction?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a therapy called prolonged exposure, given through video calls, can help people with both opioid use disorder and PTSD. About 135 adults on stable medication for opioid use will take part. The goal is to see if this approach improves therapy attendance…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vermont • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can a modified trauma therapy help autistic kids? small study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a trauma-focused therapy (TF-CBT) adapted for autistic youth is practical and well-received in community mental health centers. About 24 autistic children and their therapists will participate. The goal is to see if the therapy is acceptable and fea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can telehealth match In-Person therapy for kids with anxiety?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in person, via video, or a mix of both works best for children aged 5-18 with anxiety or OCD. About 500 kids will be randomly assigned to one of three delivery methods. The goal is to find out which approach impro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bradley Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can talk therapy ease PTSD in pregnancy? new trial aims to find out.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of talk therapy called prolonged exposure therapy, plus small financial rewards for attending sessions, can reduce PTSD symptoms in pregnant women. Thirty pregnant women with PTSD will receive weekly therapy for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vermont • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can chaplains help heal moral wounds in veterans? small study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether VA chaplains can deliver a program to help veterans struggling with moral injury—feelings of guilt, shame, and isolation after traumatic events. Twenty veterans receiving mental health care will take part in up to 12 chaplain-led sessions focused on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could personalized therapy skills tame daily emotional turmoil?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether teaching people emotion regulation skills tailored to their individual needs works better than a one-size-fits-all approach. Researchers will enroll 390 adults with emotional difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD, and assign them to practi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Matthew Southward, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can eye movements heal trauma after a heart attack?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether EMDR, a therapy that uses guided eye movements, can help people with PTSD caused by a heart attack. Sixty adults who had a heart attack and developed PTSD will receive eight weekly EMDR sessions. The goal is to see if EMDR reduces PTSD symptoms and might …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Ear zaps may boost brain power in veterans with TBI
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to the ear to stimulate the vagus nerve. Researchers want to see if it can improve attention and memory in 30 veterans with traumatic brain injury, depression, or PTSD. Participants will try both the real st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New online tool aims to calm anxiety in pregnant veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a web-based program called Calm Moms for pregnant veterans who have experienced trauma and are feeling anxious, stressed, or down. The program uses proven techniques to help manage these symptoms and is tailored to the unique concerns of pregnancy. About 36 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain zaps for teen PTSD? small study tests TMS after therapy fails
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help teens aged 12-20 who still have PTSD symptoms after finishing trauma-focused therapy. About 20 participants will receive 10 TMS sessions over a month. The goal is to see if TMS is safe and acceptable, and t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can two weeks of intensive therapy tame PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a two-week intensive outpatient treatment for people with PTSD, combining prolonged exposure and EMDR therapy. Up to 42 participants will receive daily therapy sessions and be followed for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in PTSD symptoms, quality of li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hope for veterans with PTSD and serious mental illness?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Written Exposure Therapy (WET), a brief talk therapy for PTSD, works for veterans who also have serious mental illness like bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Researchers will enroll 48 veterans to see if the therapy is feasible and acceptable. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can better sleep after a crash ward off PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a short, video-based sleep therapy can help prevent PTSD and depression in people who recently had a car accident. Twenty adults at high risk for PTSD will receive either the sleep therapy or a control session over three weeks. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a headset help teens overcome PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called Prism, which uses EEG to measure brain activity and trains users to calm a part of the brain linked to stress. Researchers want to see if it is safe and helpful for 45 adolescents aged 12-21 with PTSD, when used alongside their usual therapy. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GrayMatters Health Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New digital tool could empower women traumatized by violence
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital program called BSHAPE designed to help immigrant women who have experienced violence and suffer from PTSD or depression. The program includes education, skill-building, and mindfulness exercises. Researchers will compare it to a general wellness program…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could this pill help veterans with PTSD finally sleep?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called pimavanserin can improve sleep in veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who also have insomnia. About 60 veterans will receive either the drug or a placebo for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if it reduces insomnia severity and imp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a love hormone help veterans heal from PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving oxytocin nasal spray before couples therapy can help veterans with PTSD feel better and improve their relationships. About 240 veterans and their partners will take part. Half get oxytocin, half get a placebo, and all receive eight sessions of brie…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a surprise twist help erase trauma? new PTSD trial investigates
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an unexpected element (like singing) during memory reactivation, combined with the drug propranolol, can reduce physical stress responses to traumatic memories in people with PTSD. Eighty adults with trauma history will be randomly assigned to stan…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could a nerve block or ketamine ease PTSD and headaches after brain injury?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a nerve block (stellate ganglion block) or the drug ketamine, alone or together, can reduce headaches and PTSD symptoms in people who have had a traumatic brain injury. About 175 adults will receive one of four treatments, including sham procedures, to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Group therapy boosts PTSD recovery in new study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a group-based stabilization and skill-training program to regular individual therapy helps people with long-lasting post-traumatic stress recover better. About 160 adults receiving outpatient mental health care will take part. Half will get the com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a phone app boost anxiety therapy for teens?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a smartphone app called Sidekick can help teenagers with anxiety disorders practice exposure exercises between therapy sessions. About 46 teens aged 13-18 will use the app alongside their usual outpatient treatment. The goal is to see if the app is practical, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Helse Stavanger HF • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Nurses take on PTSD: a new way to get help faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called NurseNET, where nurses are trained to provide a short-term trauma therapy for PTSD. The goal is to make treatment easier to access for people who see their primary care nurse. Researchers will enroll 100 adults with PTSD symptoms and measure if s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study tests group therapy to ease PTSD in veterans and families
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether group therapy using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) can reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans and their family members. About 100 participants will attend group sessions and have their symptoms checked before, right a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Soul Medicine Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could a neck device tame PTSD symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a handheld device called gammaCore that gently stimulates the vagus nerve in the neck, aiming to reduce PTSD symptoms. About 40 adults with PTSD will use the device at home for 12 weeks. Researchers will track symptom changes and safety to see if this approach co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Acacia Clinics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Online CBT offers new hope for first responders battling PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two types of online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for Canadian public safety personnel (like police, firefighters, and paramedics) who have symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. Participants can choose between a therapy focused on PTSD or one that cover…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Regina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Refugee stress study: extra booster sessions may ease trauma and boost integration
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding booster sessions and homework reminders to a short psychological program (PM+) can further reduce stress, PTSD, and other mental health problems in refugees and asylum seekers. About 1,200 participants in Switzerland will receive the enhanced suppo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Bright light therapy may boost brain rehab for veterans with TBI and PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding morning bright light therapy to cognitive training can improve thinking, daily function, and sleep in 144 veterans who have both mild traumatic brain injury and PTSD. Participants will receive either the light therapy or a placebo light device. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can eye movements heal trauma in schizophrenia? new trial investigates
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a trauma-focused therapy called EMDR to usual care can help reduce trauma symptoms in people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders. Many people with these conditions have experienced trauma, which can make their illness worse, but trauma treatment …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Haukeland University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a magnet zap away PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of magnetic brain stimulation called iTBS can help people with PTSD. Researchers will give 140 adults either real or fake (sham) stimulation to see if it reduces symptoms like flashbacks and anxiety. The goal is to find a new, non-drug treatment op…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can ear acupuncture help veterans with PTSD? new study tests it.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether ear acupuncture, combined with mindfulness therapy, can reduce emotional distress in active-duty service members and veterans with PTSD. Sixty-six participants will receive either mindfulness therapy alone or mindfulness plus a one-time ear acupuncture tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to break the cycle of PTSD and heavy drinking
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to standard relapse prevention (RP) helps people with both PTSD and alcohol use disorder more than RP alone. About 200 adults with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder and current PTSD will receive either CPT+R…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Texas A&M University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Man's best friend as therapy: dog training program tested for Veterans' PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adopting and training a shelter dog can reduce PTSD symptoms and improve mental health in veterans. 120 veterans with self-reported PTSD or other mental health conditions will attend eight one-hour dog training sessions over 10 weeks. Researchers wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida Atlantic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could MDMA help veterans overcome PTSD? new trial explores the possibility.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a drug called MDMA (often known as ecstasy) can boost the effects of a specific type of talk therapy for PTSD in veterans. Twenty veterans will receive one MDMA session along with 12 prolonged exposure therapy sessions. The goal is to see if this combinat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Healing Breakthrough • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New moms with birth trauma: could writing or breathing be the key to easing PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two simple early treatments—writing about the experience (Written Exposure Therapy) and guided breathing exercises (Capnometry Guided Breathing)—to see if they can reduce PTSD symptoms in new mothers after a traumatic childbirth. About 70 women who recently gave …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study aims to help veterans with PTSD sleep better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two treatments for insomnia in veterans who also have PTSD. One is a brief behavioral therapy focused on sleep habits, and the other is a relaxation technique. Researchers want to see which one improves sleep and daily life more, and if benefits last over time. A…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Exercise after fear training boosts PTSD recovery in new study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether different levels of exercise can help people with PTSD remember fear-reduction lessons better. 200 adults with PTSD will do a 3-day fear learning and extinction task, then either rest or do light, moderate, or high-intensity exercise. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Josh Cisler • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Body-Based therapy aims to ease PTSD symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a treatment called SMART, which uses movement and body awareness to help adults with PTSD. 80 participants will attend 8 sessions and be assessed before, after, and 3 months later. The goal is to see if this approach reduces PTSD symptoms and improves body awaren…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a smartphone app boost recovery from depression and anxiety?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a digital mindfulness program to usual care helps adults aged 18-65 recover from emotional disorders like depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and eating disorders. Participants attend online group sessions and use a WeChat mini-program for daily exerci…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Sleep therapy may unlock PTSD care for women veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special type of sleep therapy, adapted for trauma, can help women veterans with both insomnia and PTSD feel more ready to engage in PTSD treatment. About 100 women veterans will be randomly assigned to either the sleep therapy or a general education pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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One session to heal: new therapy aims to ease trauma after sexual assault
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, single-session therapy called PATH-SS for people struggling with PTSD or depression after a sexual assault. Researchers want to see if this brief treatment reduces distress and is helpful to participants. The study involves 45 adults in Ohio who experience…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can online therapy help traumatized teens in puerto rico?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether trauma-focused therapy delivered via telehealth can reduce PTSD symptoms in underserved youth aged 7-18 in Puerto Rico. Eighty participants who have experienced trauma and have significant PTSD symptoms will receive the therapy remotely. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Sound waves to soothe PTSD? new trial targets brain circuit in healthcare workers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) can calm overactive brain areas linked to PTSD in frontline healthcare workers. Sixty-six participants will receive either real or fake ultrasound to the brain's cingulate cortex. Researchers will measure changes in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New study tests vibration and breath focus to quiet dissociation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether gentle chest vibration or breath focus exercises can reduce symptoms of dissociation in people who have experienced trauma. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity and self-reported symptoms over 8 sessions. The goal is to understand if these s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can a Self-Guided online course ease first Responders' mental health struggles?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an internet-delivered cognitive behaviour therapy (ICBT) course designed specifically for public safety personnel (like police, firefighters, paramedics) who experience anxiety, depression, or PTSD. The 164 participants will be randomly assigned to different ways…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Regina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study tests if a gentler therapy can match exposure therapy for PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of talk therapy for PTSD caused by military sexual trauma: exposure therapy and interpersonal therapy. Researchers want to see if interpersonal therapy works just as well as exposure therapy, which could give survivors more options. The trial will en…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Couples checkup may lower suicide risk in struggling veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a 3-session couples program (Brief Relationship Checkup) to standard individual care for 360 veterans and their partners who have relationship and mental health concerns. The goal is to see which approach better reduces suicide risk factors by improving relati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Sleep therapy may boost heart health in older PTSD patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-medication sleep program (CBT-I) can improve sleep, PTSD symptoms, and heart health in older adults with PTSD who still have sleep problems after PTSD therapy. About 167 veterans aged 50 and older will receive PTSD therapy first, then the sleep prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can better coordination save lives? VA tests intensive case management for veterans at risk of suicide
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called SUPERCEDE, which provides intensive case management to veterans who are at risk for suicide and receive care both from the VA and outside community providers. The goal is to improve care coordination, reduce suicidal thoughts, and improve daily f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Ear seeds could help psychiatric patients kick smoking withdrawal symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether adding ear acupressure (small seeds taped to ear points) to standard nicotine patches or gum can reduce cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and anxiety in psychiatric inpatients who must stop smoking during their hospital stay. Sixty participants will be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chiao-Chiao Liao • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New pill could stop PTSD before it starts after car crashes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a sublingual tablet (TNX-102 SL) can reduce acute stress symptoms and prevent long-term PTSD in adults who come to the emergency room after a car crash. 180 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for two weeks, starting in the ER. Research…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Antidepressant may ease pain and PTSD after trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving fluoxetine (Prozac) immediately after a serious injury can prevent depression, PTSD, and reduce pain and opioid use. About 200 adults with fractures or other bodily trauma will receive either fluoxetine or a placebo during their hospital stay. The …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New program aims to ease trauma of intensive care
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program that improves how ICU staff care for patients can lower discomfort and reduce the risk of PTSD after leaving the hospital. About 1,242 adults who have been in the ICU for at least three days will take part. The program includes better communicat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Almaviva Sante • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New mindfulness therapy targets PTSD in heart attack survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new therapy called AMBET (Acceptance- and Mindfulness-Based Exposure Therapy) for treating PTSD in people who survived a cardiac arrest. About 90 adults will be randomly assigned to either AMBET or a standard talk therapy (PCT) for 12 weeks. Researchers will tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can we find the perfect recipe to heal childhood trauma?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out which parts of behavioral therapy work best for children aged 8-17 with PTSD after a traumatic event. Researchers will compare different therapy components, like emotion regulation and exposure, to a placebo. 200 children and their caregivers will part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New study tests counseling to ease PTSD in families after child injury
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a counseling program for caregivers of children hospitalized for a traumatic injury like burns or a car accident. The goal is to reduce PTSD and depression in both the caregiver and child. 24 caregiver-child pairs will be randomly assigned to either the counselin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a 5-Day crash course in therapy beat months of weekly sessions for PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 5-day intensive version of prolonged exposure therapy can treat PTSD as effectively as the standard 15-week approach. 140 adults with PTSD will be randomly assigned to either the intensive format or weekly sessions. Researchers will also look at cost-ef…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a headset and virtual therapy ease both pain and PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 2-week, fully remote program combining mild brain stimulation (tDCS) with prolonged exposure therapy can reduce chronic pain and PTSD symptoms. About 146 adults with both conditions will receive either real or sham stimulation alongside therapy, all fro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a common blood pressure pill ease PTSD nightmares in veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a low dose of clonidine, a drug usually used for high blood pressure, can improve sleep and reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans. About 32 veterans with PTSD will take a flexible dose of clonidine nightly for 6 weeks. Researchers will track changes in sleep q…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could a simple writing task supercharge PTSD treatment?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding a brief writing exercise (AWARE) to standard PTSD therapies like cognitive processing therapy (CPT) or prolonged exposure (PE) can improve patient-therapist communication and treatment outcomes. Researchers will enroll 54 adults with PTSD, fir…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Memory tricks may boost PTSD therapy success
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding special memory-support techniques to a standard PTSD therapy (Cognitive Processing Therapy) helps veterans learn and remember the therapy content better. About 100 adults with PTSD will take part. The goal is to see if better memory of therapy lead…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Brain training breakthrough: new device aims to quiet PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new EEG neurofeedback system called Prism for treating PTSD in 250 US veterans and civilians. Participants do 15 sessions of Prism training over 8 weeks, plus two booster sessions. The goal is to see if Prism reduces PTSD symptoms more than a sham (fake) traini…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Foundation for Atlanta Veterans Education and Research, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New therapy could beat CBT for anxiety – but is it too early to tell?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a newer type of talk therapy called transdiagnostic metacognitive therapy (tMCT) works better than standard cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for people with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or PTSD. About 86 adults in Sweden will receive either tMCT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease PTSD in teens by focusing on positive memories
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Reminder-Focused Positive Psychiatry (RFPP) for teens aged 11-15 with PTSD. The program helps teens reframe traumatic memories in a positive way. Researchers will compare RFPP to a general support group to see if it reduces PTSD symptoms and impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Could VR therapy help heal emotional wounds?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a virtual reality version of a therapy exercise is practical and helpful for adults (ages 18-65) with psychiatric disorders. Participants will try one VR session and answer questions about their experience. The goal is to see if this approach is acce…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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AI chatbot helps people rewrite their life story for better mental health
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an AI chatbot called Aurora that guides people through creating a personal life story to improve emotional well-being and identity. It includes healthy adults, adults with mental health conditions in residential care, and older adults aged 65+. The chatbot is not…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a single dose of ketamine during surgery cut opioid use and PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of ketamine given during surgery can help adults with serious orthopedic trauma recover better. Researchers want to see if it reduces pain, lowers the need for opioids, and improves symptoms of depression and PTSD. Ninety participants will b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can 'Mentalizing' in groups ease anxiety and depression?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a brief group therapy that teaches people to better understand their own and others' thoughts and feelings (called mentalization). One hundred adults with anxiety or depression will be randomly assigned to this new therapy or to standard group therapy. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la Investigación de Málaga en Biomedicina y Salud • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a new type of therapy help people with PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special type of talk therapy called Multi-Modal Cognitive Processing Therapy (MMCPT) for people with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Sixty adults with PTSD will either receive 12 weekly therapy sessions or standard care. Researchers will track changes in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Far Eastern Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Special ops vets get new hope: nerve block may ease PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a nerve block procedure called bilateral cervical sympathetic block (BCSB) in 75 Special Operations Veterans with PTSD, anxiety, or traumatic brain injury. The procedure uses a numbing medicine to calm overactive nerves. Some participants also receive talk therap…
Sponsor: Reset Medical and Wellness Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Family support boosts PTSD treatment success in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a brief, two-session program for family members of Veterans with PTSD. The goal is to see if this family support helps Veterans stay in their regular PTSD therapy longer and have fewer symptoms. About 200 Veterans and their family members will take part. If it wo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New online therapy aims to quiet the inner critic
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a type of talk therapy called Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT) delivered over video for people in New York who struggle with worry, overthinking, or being hard on themselves. The goal is to see if the therapy helps people better manage their emotions and fee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Teachers College, Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Talking it out: new program aims to heal trauma after sexual violence
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 6-session psychoeducation program for people who have experienced sexual violence. The goal is to see if the program improves their quality of life, self-esteem, and mental well-being. Researchers will enroll 60 participants from a hospital clinic in France.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Charles Perrens, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can pressurized oxygen calm the storm of PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). About 72 adults with PTSD will receive 60 treatments over 12 weeks, and researchers will track their symptoms for up t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical Corps, Israel Defense Force • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study aims to get PTSD treatment to the 80% who currently go without
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a stepped-care approach to help more people with PTSD get treatment. Participants start with an online skills program (webSTAIR) and can step up to brief therapy sessions if needed. The goal is to improve access, engagement, and symptom relief in routine primary …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for hard-to-treat mental health struggles
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage study at Yale is testing whether a single 25 mg dose of psilocybin is safe and tolerable for people whose daily life is impaired by mood, anxiety, trauma, or addiction symptoms. Fifty participants will receive the drug openly (everyone knows they get it) and be f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New program aims to ease PTSD and depression after ICU stays
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special mental health program for people who have been in the ICU. It includes coaching, digital tools, and psychiatric support to help with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The goal is to see if this program works better than usual care. About 150 adults who vis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could group MDMA therapy heal trauma from oct 7?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether group-based MDMA-assisted therapy works as well as individual sessions for people with PTSD linked to the October 7, 2023 events. 168 participants will receive MDMA in either a group or individual setting, along with therapy sessions. The goal is to see i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sheba Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New program aims to ease trauma for ICU families
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a behavioral health program designed to support family members of ICU survivors. The program includes telehealth check-ins and a digital platform to track mood and stress. Researchers want to see if this approach is practical and helpful for reducing anxiet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Magic mushrooms take on PTSD: early trial begins
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether psilocybin from whole mushrooms can safely help adults with PTSD. Up to 24 participants will eat dried mushrooms in chocolate and be monitored for side effects and symptom changes. The goal is to gather safety data and see if this approach mig…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suzanne "Sue" Sisley MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New talk therapy aims to ease PTSD without reliving trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of talk therapy for veterans and service members who have both PTSD and a mild or moderate traumatic brain injury. The therapy focuses on relaxation, stress management, and problem solving instead of asking patients to relive their trauma. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch and app ease PTSD in veterans? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called Mental Gym® that uses a smartwatch and phone app to help combat veterans with PTSD. About 80 veterans will either start the program right away or wait a few months. The goal is to see if daily biofeedback exercises and group support can reduce PT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NeuroBrave ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New app aims to ease mental health struggles after ICU stays
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a mobile app called Blueprint that teaches coping skills to people who survived a serious illness in the ICU. Many survivors face anxiety, depression, and PTSD, but mental health care is hard to access. The app aims to help them manage these symptoms on their own…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New workshop aims to ease Veterans' transition and prevent suicide
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a 12-week workshop called STEP-Home-SP for veterans who recently left military service. The workshop teaches emotional regulation and problem-solving skills to help with reintegration and reduce suicide risk. Researchers will enroll 120 veterans to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can eye movement therapy ease trauma in thyroid cancer patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a therapy called EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) can help reduce post-traumatic stress and psychological distress in people with advanced thyroid cancer. The study will enroll 25 participants who have cancer and PTSD sympto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Università Cattolica di Milano • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could a simple neck device help veterans with PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the neck can reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans. 80 veterans will use the device at home twice a day for three months. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity, heart function, and PTSD symptoms com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New App-Supported therapy for teen PTSD tested in sweden
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a new way to deliver trauma-focused therapy to teens with PTSD. It combines therapist-led video sessions with a mobile app for self-paced exercises. Researchers want to see if this blended approach is feasible and acceptable compared to standard therapy. Ab…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Umeå University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Scientists redesign trauma therapy to fit school life
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to redesign Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) so it works better in schools. Researchers will work with school counselors and students aged 7-19 to make the therapy easier to use and more engaging. The goal is to help more young people get effec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New study explores gentle, Step-by-Step treatment for pain and trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a stepped care approach that uses complementary health treatments (like acupuncture or yoga) for people with both chronic pain and PTSD. About 60 adults from two primary care clinics will either receive this stepped care or their usual treatment. Researchers want…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop suicide in PTSD veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a brief crisis coping strategy (Crisis Response Planning) to a standard talk therapy (Cognitive Processing Therapy) can lower suicidal thoughts and behaviors in veterans with PTSD. About 190 active-duty service members and veterans with PTSD and re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Can targeted brain zaps ease months of Post-Concussion struggles?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized, noninvasive brain stimulation technique called TMS for people aged 18–65 with chronic symptoms after a mild concussion or traumatic brain injury. Symptoms like headache, dizziness, brain fog, and anxiety can last for months. Participants will rece…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Stanford tests dream therapy under anesthesia for PTSD relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Stanford study tests whether having a dream while under anesthesia can reduce PTSD symptoms. In a small Phase 2 trial, 42 adults with PTSD will receive either deep sedation to trigger dreaming or light sedation without dreaming. Researchers will compare changes in PTSD sever…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a 12-Week group program help women with trauma and suicidal thoughts?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a new 12-week group therapy program called BEAR-SI for women aged 18-75 who have experienced interpersonal trauma and currently have suicidal thoughts. The program combines psychological skills, education about trauma, and physical self-defense training. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New sleep aid studied for those with mental illness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well and how safely a new sleep medication, lemborexant, works for people who have both a mental health condition and trouble sleeping. About 121 adults will take the drug for 8 weeks, and researchers will track changes in their sleep quality and any side …
Sponsor: Shanghai Mental Health Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Veterans with PTSD and addiction may find relief through simple writing exercises
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short writing therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) can help veterans who have both posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a substance use disorder. About 170 veterans will complete five writing sessions about their trauma. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can an online program ease both PTSD and chronic pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an internet-based therapy called acceptance and commitment therapy (iACT) for people with both PTSD and chronic pain. Forty adults will either receive the therapy immediately or join a waitlist. The program includes mindfulness, value-based exercises, and written…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Skane University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New group therapy aims to ease trauma after childbirth
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a group therapy program (GTEP) can help reduce trauma symptoms in people who had a traumatic birthing experience. Ten participants will join online sessions and complete questionnaires about their symptoms and well-being. The goal is to see if this approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can CBD calm PTSD? new trial seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cannabidiol (CBD), a compound from cannabis, can reduce PTSD symptoms and improve thinking problems in people with PTSD, including those who also have a mild traumatic brain injury. 120 participants will receive either a low or high dose of CBD or a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can a simple skin stimulation ease trauma after intensive care?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a noninvasive technique called Energy Resonance by Skin Stimulation (ERCS) to reduce stress in patients recovering after an ICU stay. 38 adults in a post-ICU rehabilitation unit will receive two ERCS sessions a week apart. Researchers will measure stress levels b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Européen Marseille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Brain zaps to kick the habit: new study for veterans with PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to help veterans with PTSD stop smoking. It combines counseling, nicotine gum, and a noninvasive brain stimulation called TMS. Researchers want to see if this approach is practical and helps veterans stay smoke-free for at least 3 months. About 50 veter…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Netflix and chill for better mental health? new study tests group watching
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether watching Netflix or Disney shows in a small group for 90 minutes each week, over 6 weeks, can improve emotional awareness and reduce anxiety and depression. About 70 adults who have been in mental health treatment for at least 6 months will take part. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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VR goggles and gentle brain zaps aim to ease war PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining virtual reality therapy with a mild brain stimulation technique can help veterans and civilians in Ukraine cope with PTSD. Participants attend 10 therapy sessions using VR goggles to safely face traumatic memories, with some also receiving a gen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Malek Bajbouj • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New online therapy aims to ease anxiety in adults
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a group therapy method called I-Reconstruction to see if it lowers anxiety in adults. Thirty-six participants will attend ten weekly online sessions and complete questionnaires about their anxiety and mood. The researchers will compare them to a group receiving u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: International Association Psychosomatics And Health Therapy • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can video calls help treat PTSD? small study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether trauma-focused therapy delivered via videoconference is feasible and acceptable for adults with PTSD or complex PTSD. Researchers will enroll 13 people from community mental health services in Chile. The study focuses on whether people will join, st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Talca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Music tweak may boost PTSD therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether listening to 15 minutes of frequency-filtered classical music before each cognitive processing therapy session can improve PTSD symptom relief. 100 adults with PTSD or subthreshold PTSD will be randomly assigned to hear either filtered or unfiltered music…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a 2-Day therapy session help veterans with PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing two different ways of delivering intensive cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to veterans with PTSD and anxiety disorders. One format is individual therapy over two weeks, and the other is group therapy over two days. Both are compared to standard care. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New 5-Day TMS treatment could rapidly ease PTSD symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Unlike standard TMS, which takes 6-7 weeks, this accelerated version delivers 10 sessions per day for 5 days. Researchers will enroll 40 adults with PTSD to see if ac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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EEG-Guided brain training aims to sharpen minds of veterans with mental illness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a therapy called Targeted Cognitive Training (TCT) for veterans with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD. The goal is to improve thinking skills and daily functioning by using EEG brain scans to identify who will benefit most. A…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can talk therapy tame PTSD behind bars?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a talk therapy used in the community, can reduce PTSD symptoms and rule-breaking in incarcerated men and women. About 900 participants from 6 prisons will attend 8–12 therapy sessions over up to 24 weeks. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New 12-Week therapy aims to tackle trauma and addiction together
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 12-week group therapy program called ECCCLORE for people who have both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction. The program combines skills for managing emotions, distress, and relationships. Researchers want to see if it is feasible and acceptable …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could a 7-Day pill ease PTSD in veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called CORT108297, which blocks the stress hormone cortisol, as a short-term treatment for PTSD in veterans. Forty veterans with PTSD will take either the drug or a placebo daily for one week. The goal is to see if it reduces PTSD symptoms and to check its…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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AR goggles join the fight against PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding augmented reality (AR) to standard exposure therapy helps U.S. military personnel with PTSD more than therapy alone. Forty veterans or active-duty members will be split into two groups: one gets traditional therapy plus AR, the other gets therapy o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New Identity-Based therapy aims to beat standard CBT for young adults
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of talk therapy called Identity-Based Transdiagnostic Therapy (IBTT) for young adults with anxiety or depression. It compares IBTT to a well-known therapy called the Unified Protocol (CBT-based). The goal is to see if IBTT is more engaging and effectiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Can sound and vibration calm troubled teens? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a multi-sensory therapy called Heal, which uses calming sounds, gentle vibrations, and soft lighting to help detained youth (ages 12-18) manage their emotions before counseling sessions. The goal is to see if this brief, non-verbal intervention improves emotional…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SoundHeal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Sailing therapy: a new wind for psychiatric care?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sailing can help people with psychiatric disorders feel better. Forty adults in France will either take sailing lessons or continue their usual care. Researchers will measure changes in quality of life, mental well-being, and self-esteem to see if sailing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de Ville-Evrard, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy for veterans: a new hope for PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a guided therapy using psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can safely help US Veterans with PTSD. Fifteen participants will receive two psilocybin sessions combined with talk therapy. The goal is to reduce PTSD symptoms and improve long-…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New PTSD therapy offers hope for War-Torn ukraine
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new therapy called the Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) Protocol for people with PTSD in Ukraine. The goal is to reduce distressing symptoms like flashbacks and anxiety without requiring patients to relive their trauma in detail. The study will invol…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Luxembourg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a phone app boost PTSD therapy for veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a smartphone app called PE Coach can help veterans with PTSD do better in a proven type of talk therapy called prolonged exposure. About 124 veterans will be randomly assigned to receive therapy with or without the app. The goal is to see if the app im…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Brain zaps and pen to paper: new PTSD therapy for veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS to a brief writing therapy (WET) can better reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans. About 98 veterans with PTSD will receive either real or fake rTMS before their writing sessions. Researchers will me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Art therapy tested as a new way to ease PTSD in soldiers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether art therapy can help active-duty military and recent veterans who have PTSD symptoms. Forty participants will attend 11 sessions over 6-8 months, including art therapy with a certified therapist and two MRI brain scans. The goal is to see if art therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could ritalin ease PTSD brain fog? VA launches new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the stimulant medication methylphenidate (Ritalin) can improve PTSD symptoms and thinking problems like poor memory and concentration in 70 Veterans. Each participant will switch between the drug and a placebo every 4-5 weeks over 20 weeks, without knowin…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Single dose of ayahuasca or esketamine could ease PTSD symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of ayahuasca or esketamine can reduce symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Ten adults with PTSD will receive one of the two drugs in a double-blind design. The goal is to see if either substance can provide rapid relief from PTS…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a phone app tame PTSD? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smartphone app called OTX-601 can help reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults. Forty people with PTSD will use either the active app or a placebo version for several weeks. Researchers will track changes in PTSD symptoms usin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Oui Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Veterans' anxiety relief at home: new brain zapping device tested
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a wearable brain stimulation device called tACS for treating anxiety in up to 40 veterans under age 70. The device delivers low-intensity electrical pulses through scalp electrodes and can be used at home after an in-office training session. Over 8 weeks, r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Birmingham VA Health Care System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Gaza teens find hope: Mind-Body groups aim to ease war trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether 5 group sessions teaching mind-body skills can reduce PTSD symptoms and emotional problems in 120 adolescents aged 11-17 in Gaza who have experienced war-related trauma. Participants are randomly assigned to either the mind-body group or a control group, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Center for Mind-Body Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can a computer help heal trauma? new study tests blended therapy for PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a new type of therapy that combines computer exercises with therapist sessions (blended CBT) to standard prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD. About 160 adults with PTSD will receive one of the two treatments at outpatient clinics in Sweden. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New training aims to help veterans with brain injury and PTSD read emotions
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new training program for veterans who have both mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and PTSD. The training combines exercises to recognize emotions in faces and voices with attention training, since paying attention is key to understanding emotions in daily life…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New group therapy for PTSD shows promise in early trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a type of talk therapy called metacognitive therapy (MCT) can be delivered in a group setting for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in regular psychiatric care. The goal is to see if it is practical and acceptable to patients, and to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New hope for veterans with PTSD: personalized therapy and text reminders
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best strategies for veterans with PTSD who aren't helped by their first treatment. Researchers will test a flexible version of Cognitive Processing Therapy and text message reminders to encourage homework completion. The goal is to match the right type…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could lavender oil ease PTSD? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether Silexan, a lavender oil extract available over-the-counter, can reduce PTSD symptoms in adults. 278 participants will take Silexan or a placebo daily for 12 weeks alongside their usual treatments. The goal is to see if this well-tolerated suppleme…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Deakin University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New telehealth program aims to help LGBTQ+ people heal from trauma and cut back on drinking
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is creating and testing a short, online therapy program for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced trauma and drink alcohol. In the first phase, participants share their thoughts to make the program more helpful and welcoming. In the second phase, some participants can try…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rhode Island • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can a web therapy program ease PTSD in female veterans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a web-based program called webSTAIR, which teaches emotion regulation and relationship skills, for female veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma or intimate partner violence and also have a brain injury. The goal is to see if it helps them manage em…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can a 2-Minute chat reverse acute stress? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a short intervention called iCOVER, designed to help people quickly regain focus and calm after an acute stress reaction. The intervention takes just 60-120 seconds and can be given by peers or medical staff. Researchers will enroll 450 adults in an emergency dep…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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5-Day therapy aims to ease PTSD, insomnia, and nightmares for veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a quick, 5-day group therapy program for active-duty military and veterans who struggle with PTSD, insomnia, and nightmares. 160 participants will receive either cognitive-behavioral therapy or sleep education, both combined with a proven PTSD writing therapy. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New HOPE therapy aims to tackle opioid addiction and PTSD together
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a therapy called HOPE for people who have both opioid use disorder and PTSD. Participants must already be on medication for opioid use disorder (like Suboxone or methadone). Over 10-12 weeks, they will attend therapy sessions and complete surveys to see if their …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Online sleep therapy may ease anxiety too
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an online, therapist-guided program for insomnia can also reduce anxiety symptoms. 98 adults with both chronic insomnia and anxiety will either start the program immediately or after a delay. The program includes sleep education, behavioural strategies, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Woolcock Institute of Medical Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can mixing therapy methods better treat anxiety and depression?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining two common therapy techniques—changing negative thoughts and practicing detached mindfulness—works better than using them alone for people with anxiety or depression. Researchers will compare the effects of each technique and their order. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a simple Eye-Movement exercise ease traumatic memories?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a self-administered technique called alternating bilateral stimulation (like moving your eyes side to side or tapping your shoulders) can make intrusive, distressing memories feel less intense and less vivid. Researchers will enroll 150 adults with sym…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Kids' PTSD treatment uses imagination to rewrite traumatic memories
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new version of a therapy called RTM-C for children aged 6-14 with PTSD. The treatment uses child-friendly language, games, and animated tools to help kids safely replay difficult memories and reduce fear. About 40 children and their parents will take part in up…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Viktoriia Gorbunova • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can an app ease PTSD? new trial seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a software program designed to reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). About 52 adults with PTSD will use the software or a placebo version. Researchers will measure changes in PTSD severity using a standard scale over the study period.
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Otsuka Medical Devices Co., Ltd. Japan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Can a partner boost PTSD recovery? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether involving a romantic partner in PTSD therapy helps veterans function better in daily life. About 420 post-9/11 veterans with PTSD and their partners will take part. The treatment, called Partnered PE, adds partner support to standard exposure therapy to i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Should you switch PTSD therapies? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two strategies for veterans struggling with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD: using CPT skills to work through challenges, or switching to a different therapy called Present Centered Therapy. The goal is to see which approach reduces dropout and imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Bright light therapy shows promise for Veterans' sleep troubles
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sitting in front of a bright light for 60 minutes each morning can improve sleep in veterans who have had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and may also have PTSD. About 200 veterans will wear a sleep tracker and fill out questionnaires before, during, and a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Portland VA Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New study aims to wash away Trauma-Related feelings of dirtiness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether two types of talk therapy can help people who feel dirty or contaminated inside after a sexual assault. 12 adults with PTSD will try Cognitive Processing Therapy and a self-compassion program. The goal is to reduce PTSD symptoms and the troubling feeli…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christal L Badour • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New therapy could help veterans with PTSD who Haven't responded to standard care
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a type of talk therapy called Trauma-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (TFPP) for veterans with PTSD who haven't gotten better with standard VA treatments. About 75 veterans will be randomly assigned to receive either TFPP or usual care. The goal is to see if T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can a single IV dose rewire PTSD memories? new trial investigates.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single intravenous dose of allopregnanolone, compared to a placebo, can help people with PTSD better process and reduce the power of traumatic memories. The trial involves 96 adults with chronic PTSD and uses skin conductance and startle responses to me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can sound waves soothe pain and cravings? new trial investigates
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) — a noninvasive device that sends sound waves to the brain — can help people with chronic back pain, opioid cravings, and anxiety. Researchers will enroll 25 adults and measure safety, mood, heart rate, and oth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could a tiny tablet ease both heavy drinking and PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests whether a sublingual form of dexmedetomidine (BXCL501) is safe and shows promise for treating alcohol use disorder in people who also have PTSD. Ten heavy drinkers with PTSD will take the drug and be monitored for changes in blood pressure, anxiety, a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pharmacotherapies for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders Alliance • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can a 2-Week PTSD therapy cut substance use? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a condensed form of PTSD therapy, called Massed Prolonged Exposure (M-PE), can help people who are also being treated for substance use disorders. About 168 adults will either receive M-PE alongside their usual substance use program or continue with stand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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VR headsets offer new hope for pandemic PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help healthcare workers and COVID-19 patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants will use VR headsets during 10 therapy sessions over 5 weeks to safely revisit and overcome traumatic memories. The goal is to s…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Could a simple nerve zap help veterans heal from brain injury and PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve (a key nerve in the body) to see if it can improve memory and reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans with mild traumatic brain injury. One hundred veterans will receive either active stimulation or a sham (fake) tre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Brain training game tested for anxiety, depression, and PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a computer program called COGENT, designed to improve thinking skills like memory and attention in people with anxiety, depression, or PTSD. 128 adults will be randomly assigned to either the COGENT training or a sham program. Researchers will compare changes in …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can a video call sharpen a Veteran's mind? new study tests remote brain training
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of delivering a combined attention and strategy training program to veterans with mild traumatic brain injury and PTSD. One group receives the training in person, the other via telehealth. The goal is to see if remote delivery works just as well for i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New app aims to tame anger in veterans with PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a mobile app designed to help veterans with PTSD who struggle with anger. 150 veterans will be randomly assigned to use either the anger-reduction app or a health education app. The goal is to see if the anger app helps more veterans get their anger under control…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests which therapy helps IPV survivors regain confidence faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at two short counseling programs for veterans who have experienced intimate partner violence in the past year. One program offers up to 8 sessions covering topics like social support and health effects, while the other is a single session focused on safety and re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Memory boost may help older vets beat PTSD
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding memory-support strategies to standard cognitive processing therapy (CPT) helps older veterans with PTSD learn and remember therapy content better. Thirty veterans over age 59 will receive either standard CPT or CPT with extra memory aids. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Can a doula in the NICU ease Parents' trauma?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether providing doula support and care coordination to parents of preterm babies in the NICU can reduce stress, depression, and anxiety. Twenty English-speaking mothers of babies born before 34 weeks are being recruited. The doula helps connect families to ment…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could pressurized oxygen help veterans heal their brains?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can improve thinking, mood, and quality of life in veterans who have traumatic brain injury, PTSD, anxiety, or depression. Fifty-four veterans will receive multiple HBOT sessions in a pressurized chamber while breathi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Summit Hyperbarics and Wellness • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New program aims to help veterans with mental illness thrive in the workplace
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new social skills training program for Veterans with serious mental illness (like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD) who are looking for work. The program teaches skills to better understand social cues and handle workplace relationships. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Psychedelic combo trial aims to ease PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage study at Johns Hopkins is testing whether giving both psilocybin and MDMA together is safe and can help reduce PTSD symptoms in military veterans. Forty veterans with PTSD will receive the drugs in a controlled setting. The study tracks side effects, suicidal tho…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a quick online course ease anxiety in kids? new study aims to find out.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether brief, online self-guided programs can help parents of children ages 2-7 better manage their child's anxiety. About 90 parents will be randomly assigned to one of three programs. The goal is to see if these programs reduce how much parents accommodate the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Talking therapy may lower heart risk in PTSD patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) for PTSD can also reduce the risk of heart disease. Researchers will measure inflammation, heart rate variability, and brain activity in 30 adults with PTSD and heart risk factors. Half will rece…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a smartphone program prevent PTSD after a defibrillator shock?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 1-month self-management program for people who have recently received a shock from their implantable defibrillator (ICD). The program includes heart rate monitoring and online modules with phone coaching, aiming to reduce anxiety and prevent PTSD. 60 participan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a 5-Day therapy blast beat months of PTSD treatment for teens?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a 5-day intensive therapy program can help teens aged 13–17 with PTSD. The program combines trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, physical activity, and parent support. Researchers want to see if it's practical and acceptable in Swedish child psychiatry, an…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Acupuncture aims to quiet PTSD's Fight-or-Flight response
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a specific type of acupuncture, called 'External and Internal Dragons,' to see if it can reduce PTSD symptoms in military members and their families. The treatment is designed to help the rational and emotional parts of the brain communicate better, so the emotio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Paul Crawford • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:05 UTC
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Could a hospital sedative fix PTSD nightmares?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a medication called RE03 (dexmedetomidine), already used in intensive care, can improve sleep in people with PTSD who have trouble sleeping or nightmares. Twenty-four adults with PTSD will receive either the drug or a placebo in random order, and their sl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Reconnect Labs • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:36 UTC
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Could a nasal spray of insulin help PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily nasal spray of insulin can reduce PTSD symptoms. Twenty adults with current PTSD will receive either insulin or a placebo for several weeks. Researchers will measure symptom changes using a standard PTSD scale.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Connecticut Healthcare System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:34 UTC
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Breath training could ease lingering concussion symptoms in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether special breathing exercises can help veterans and others with persistent post-concussion symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and memory trouble. The exercises aim to improve heart rate variability, a sign of how well the nervous system is working. 148 par…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:10 UTC
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Wrist device aims to zap PTSD nightmares and save hearts
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a prescription wrist device called NightWare that detects when a veteran with PTSD is having a nightmare and gently disrupts it without waking them. Researchers want to see if better sleep from fewer nightmares can also improve blood vessel and heart health. 125 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:34 UTC
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Text therapy: could a 10-Week video course ease PTSD in youth?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether brief educational videos delivered by text message can help young people aged 15-25 manage symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants are randomly assigned to receive the videos right away or after a 5-month wait. The study is fully o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IWK Health Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:26 UTC
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Brain training shows promise for PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a computer-based working memory training program can help veterans with PTSD improve their ability to unlearn fear responses. 120 veterans will be randomly assigned to either the training or a sham version. The goal is to see if the training changes brain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:25 UTC
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Can a neck injection boost PTSD therapy? new trial aims to find out.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a one-time injection of a local anesthetic into a nerve bundle in the neck (stellate ganglion block) can improve the effects of a type of talk therapy called prolonged exposure for PTSD. The trial involves 140 current or retired military members with PTSD…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:42 UTC
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Can exercise repair blood vessels in PTSD and anxiety?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how exercise training impacts blood vessel function in people with PTSD or generalized anxiety disorder, compared to healthy individuals. Researchers want to understand if harmful substances called oxidants play a role in blood vessel damage. The study involve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family talk may predict teen mental health recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether the quality of parent-adolescent communication at the start of psychiatric inpatient treatment predicts how much symptoms improve six months later. Researchers will track 60 adolescents hospitalized for depression, anxiety, or other mental disorder…
Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive NIMH study seeks 16,000 volunteers to unlock secrets of mood and anxiety
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at the National Institute of Mental Health screens up to 16,000 people with mood or anxiety disorders, as well as healthy volunteers, to see if they can join other research studies. Participants undergo evaluations like psychiatric interviews, brain scans, and lab test…
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Nerve block injection may improve sleep for PTSD sufferers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a stellate ganglion block injection affects sleep in U.S. service members and veterans with PTSD who are already receiving talk therapy. About 40 participants will wear an EEG headband for three nights before and three nights after the injection to measure…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Brain test could match PTSD veterans to the right medication
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a clinical test using lorazepam (Ativan) and brain imaging can identify veterans with PTSD who might benefit from medications that boost GABA signaling. Researchers aim to validate a computational method to distinguish subgroups of PTSD patients ba…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a 48-Hour psychiatrist booking system keep patients out of the ER?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways to help adults with mental health issues get follow-up care. One group gets usual care after an emergency room visit, while the other uses a new system that books a psychiatrist appointment within 48 hours through their general doctor. Researchers wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon La Seyne sur Mer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Healthcare crisis: study probes hidden wounds of french medical staff
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to describe moral injury—a deep conflict between professional values and workplace reality—among 3,073 healthcare workers in France. Researchers will use surveys to measure moral injury and identify organizational and personal risk factors. The goal is to guide sy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon La Seyne sur Mer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple breath test may predict therapy success for anxiety disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a carbon dioxide (CO2) challenge can predict which patients with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or panic disorder will not respond to exposure-based therapy. Researchers will enroll 600 adults and measure their reaction to breathing CO2-enriched air before star…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jasper A. Smits • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New study tests tool to give mental health patients a stronger voice in their own care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a tool called the Decision Helper helps people with mental health conditions take a more active role in choosing their treatment. About 62 adults in Danish outpatient mental health clinics will have their consultations recorded and analyzed. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Brain scans reveal why violent grief hits harder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain processes time and attention after losing a loved one to suicide, homicide, or accident. Researchers will measure brain waves in 61 adults who experienced such a loss recently. The goal is to find early signs that may lead to PTSD or depression, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists to scan brains of people with PTSD and alcohol addiction
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan tracer to measure a brain protein called PDE4B in people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder. Researchers want to see if levels of this protein differ from healthy individuals. The study involves 160 adults aged 18 to 70 and does not offer treatme…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Study to uncover hidden mental health struggles in teens at special schools
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the mental health of 200 teenagers aged 12 to 16 who attend special educational institutes (ITEPs) in France. Researchers will use psychiatric interviews to find out how many have conditions like depression or anxiety. The goal is to better understand their ne…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Hidden trauma: new study reveals psychological toll of cervical cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 80 cervical cancer patients who receive brachytherapy (internal radiation) to see if they develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants fill out questionnaires about PTSD, anxiety, depression, quality of life, and sexual health over 5 years. The g…
Sponsor: Centre Paul Strauss • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can data sharing prevent suicide among Jail-Cycling individuals?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve suicide prevention for people who move between healthcare and the criminal-legal system. Researchers will link health records, Medicaid data, and jail booking information to identify individuals at risk and coordinate care. Over 1,000 adults with past p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cambridge Health Alliance • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Quick check after trauma could spot PTSD risk early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a simple rating scale used by doctors right after a traumatic event can predict who will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) later. Researchers will follow 241 adults who experienced a trauma in the last 48 hours, tracking their scores and ch…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Arras • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New program aims to boost alcohol treatment in mental health clinics
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a program to help doctors in psychiatric clinics prescribe medications for alcohol use disorder to patients who also have serious mental illness. The program uses an external facilitator to work with clinic staff and overcome barriers to prescribing. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a simple interview accurately diagnose mental disorders? hong kong study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study checks how well a new version of a mental health interview (CIDI 5.0) can identify people who have had depression, anxiety, or PTSD at some point in their lives. Researchers in Hong Kong will interview 300 adults and compare the results with a detailed clinical assessm…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Quick Post-Birth quiz may spot PTSD risk after emergency C-Section
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether asking new mothers a few questions within 48 hours of an unplanned C-section can predict who will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to childbirth. Researchers will follow 420 women for three months, comparing early screening scores …
Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could a common blood pressure drug protect PTSD Patients' hearts?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have a higher risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. Researchers will measure nerve activity and test whether the drug losartan can lower high adrenaline levels during stress. The study in…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how experimental drug may shift mood
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug to see if it can fix brain patterns linked to avoiding rewards in people with major depression or anxiety. About 112 unmedicated adults will have brain scans and do decision-making tasks. The goal is to understand how the drug works, not to c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Phone Check-Ins may boost recovery for female violence victims
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a phone-based check-in system can improve mental health outcomes for women who have experienced violence. Researchers will call some participants a few weeks after their forensic exam and offer support, while others receive standard care. The goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain zaps and computer games: new hope for foggy minds after injury?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called iTBS, combined with computer-based attention training, can improve focus and daily functioning in people with persistent attention problems after a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), with or without …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Ketamine's Suicide-Fighting secret under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study at Yale University is testing whether blocking a specific brain receptor (AMPA) stops ketamine from reducing suicidal thoughts. Thirty adults with depression, bipolar disorder, or PTSD who have current suicidal thoughts will receive either perampanel (an AMPA blocker) …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how PTSD patients learn to avoid threats
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with PTSD learn to avoid certain situations, using mild electric shocks and brain scans. Researchers will measure stress responses and brain activity in 300 adults as they learn to avoid shocks by pressing a button. The goal is to understand the bra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain zaps reveal secrets of fear in PTSD patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS affects the brain's fear circuits. Researchers will test different TMS settings in 250 people with and without PTSD to see how it changes fear-related brain activity and skin responses. The goal is to l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain scans reveal clues to Ketamine's Depression-Fighting power
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how ketamine works in the brain to relieve depression. Researchers are giving people with hard-to-treat depression either a placebo or a drug called perampanel before a dose of ketamine. They will use brain scans to see if blocking certain brain receptors chan…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how PTSD therapy rewires pleasure centers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) changes brain circuits related to reward and pleasure in people with PTSD. Researchers will use brain scans to track these changes in 120 participants. The goal is to understand why some peop…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Psychedelics rewire Brain's learning? yale study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study at Yale University is recruiting 200 people who are already taking part in another trial where they may receive a serotonergic psychedelic (like psilocybin or LSD) or a placebo. Researchers want to understand how these substances change the brain's inform…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Scientists scan brains to uncover cannabinoid receptor secrets in mental illness and addiction
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan tracer called [11-C]OMAR to measure cannabinoid receptors in the brain. Researchers will compare healthy volunteers to people with schizophrenia, cannabis dependence, PTSD, opioid use disorder, and other conditions. The goal is to understand how…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New family program aims to help teens battling addiction and mental health issues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new family-based program (Fam-AID) for teens aged 13-21 who are getting treatment for substance use and also have anxiety or depression. The program adds extra support for mental health and family involvement to their usual care. Researchers want to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Alcohol and PTSD: study probes Brain's Risk-Taking pathways
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how alcohol changes decision-making in people with PTSD, especially when they have to choose between reward and danger. Researchers will give participants either alcohol or a placebo and then scan their brains while they perform a task. The goal is to understa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could a potato starch supplement help veterans with liver disease and PTSD?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a prebiotic called resistant potato starch can change the gut microbiome in 30 veterans who have both cirrhosis (liver scarring) and PTSD. Participants will take either the potato starch or a placebo (cellulose) for a period, and researchers will mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunter Holmes Mcguire Veteran Affairs Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Couples study links booze and trauma to domestic violence
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how drinking problems and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) together may lead to violence between partners. Researchers will observe 70 couples in a lab and track their daily experiences for 28 days. The goal is to better understand these connections, not t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Beetroot juice tested to uncover heart risks in women with PTSD
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why women with PTSD have a higher chance of heart disease later in life. Researchers will test if beetroot juice, a natural source of nitric oxide, can improve blood vessel function in 30 premenopausal women who have experienced trauma. The goal is to understa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Pumping iron for mental health: study tests if exercise boosts blood vessels in PTSD and anxiety
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different exercise programs affect blood vessel function in people with PTSD or generalized anxiety disorder, compared to healthy individuals. Researchers will measure changes in arm and leg blood vessel dilation after 10 weeks of strength training. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Heart defects and hidden trauma: 1,000 adults studied for PTSD risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how growing up with a heart condition might increase the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers will survey 1,000 adults with congenital heart disease to find out which experiences—like past surgeries or bullying—are linked to PTSD. They wi…
Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New brain imaging tech could revolutionize PTSD treatment dosing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new method to personalize TMS (a non-invasive brain stimulation) dosing for people with PTSD, with or without mild traumatic brain injury. Researchers will use brain imaging (fNIRS) to measure brain activity directly, aiming to replace the current indirect meth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Brain zaps may rewire anxiety coping, early study hints
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device called rTMS, which uses magnetic pulses to temporarily change brain activity, can alter how people with anxiety respond to fearful situations. Researchers will measure brain signals and reactions in 80 adults who recently started anxiety treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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ER study aims to stop patients being awake and paralyzed on ventilators
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a short-acting paralytic drug (succinylcholine) instead of a longer-acting one (rocuronium) can prevent patients from being awake while paralyzed during emergency breathing support. About 3,090 adults on ventilators in emergency departments will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study tests nurse support for Ex-Prisoners' health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a program with a nurse case manager can help people leaving prison visit a doctor or clinic instead of the emergency room. About 488 adults with a history of substance use and a chronic health condition will take part. Some will get extra support from …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Memory aid could unlock hidden mental health history
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a life history calendar—a simple grid that helps people recall important life events—can improve the accuracy of mental health surveys. Researchers in Hong Kong will ask 2,500 adults about their mental health using either a standard interview or one…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain zaps may supercharge emotion control therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining a one-time session of brain stimulation (rTMS or electrical scalp stimulation) with emotion regulation training helps people with mood, anxiety, or related disorders better control their emotions. 240 participants will learn either cognitive res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Hormone pill may block bad memories after trauma
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a single dose of estradiol (a hormone) can reduce the number of intrusive, unwanted memories that form after a traumatic event. Healthy female volunteers will watch a stressful film and then record any intrusive memories over the next four days. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Teens' PTSD symptoms tracked during therapy: a closer look at individual progress
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 21 adolescents aged 12 to 18 who have experienced trauma and are undergoing trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Researchers will regularly measure their PTSD symptoms, along with anxiety and depression, to see how symptoms change over time. Th…
Sponsor: University Children's Hospital, Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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French doctors may soon get simple tests for anxiety, depression, and PTSD
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to validate French versions of two short screening questionnaires: the PHQ-4 for anxiety and depression, and the PC-PTSD-5 for post-traumatic stress disorder. Researchers will enroll 90 adults, both outpatients and hospitalized, to see if these tools work as well …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Your eyes could reveal Alzheimer's: new study uses retinal imaging to spot brain disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses non-invasive eye scans (OCT and OCTA) to look for changes in the retina that might be linked to brain diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers aim to find early markers that could help diagnose or track these conditions. The stud…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New questionnaire aims to measure PTSD's hidden toll on Kids' daily lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new questionnaire called PTSD-iMPACT to see how well it measures the ways PTSD can interfere with daily life in children and adolescents. Researchers will include 1,200 participants from Switzerland and Germany, both those with and without PTSD symptoms. T…
Sponsor: University Children's Hospital, Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of brain inflammation diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis research study collects health information from 10,000 people with brain inflammation conditions like Long COVID, ME/CFS, and autoimmune diseases. Participants use a smartphone app to share symptoms, health history, and wearable data. The goal is to find disease subtypes and…
Sponsor: Brain Inflammation Collaborative • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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ICU memories may haunt you: new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) affects a person's quality of life and risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers will ask 40 adults who spent more than 48 hours in the ICU to fill out questionnaires about their experience and curre…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can calming the nerves protect PTSD patients' hearts?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with PTSD have a higher risk of heart problems. Researchers will measure nerve activity and test if two daily therapies—a breathing technique or a mild nerve stimulation device—can calm the overactive nervous system. About 120 veterans with and with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how therapy heals teen PTSD
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how trauma-focused therapy changes brain connections in teenagers with PTSD. Researchers will use brain scans before and after each phase of therapy to understand which brain networks are involved. The goal is to learn how therapy works in the brain, which cou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Can better sleep soothe PTSD in teens? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how sleep and emotion processing are linked in teenagers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers will use a special sleep device to try to improve sleep quality and see if it helps with next-day mood. 180 teens aged 15-18 will take part, comple…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Miscarriage trauma: new study seeks to spot hidden PTSD
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how common post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms are in women who have had a miscarriage in the first three months of pregnancy. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure symptoms and recovery stages. The goal is to better identify women who coul…
Sponsor: Jagiellonian University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Hidden trauma: study probes PTSD after ectopic pregnancy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how many women experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms after being diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure symptoms and recovery stages in 200 women. The goal is to better identify those who might n…
Sponsor: Jagiellonian University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Teens' own words could transform trauma therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how adolescents with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experience psychotherapy. Researchers will interview 65 teens aged 12-18, along with their parents and therapists, to explore what helps them feel better. The goal is to learn more about the …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New study aims to boost personal recovery in severe mental illness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a recovery-focused program can help people with severe mental illness living in supported housing. About 72 participants will either receive the new program or standard care. The goal is to see if focusing on personal goals improves daily functioning a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Centro San Giovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Flash therapy: could subliminal combat images ease PTSD?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether showing combat veterans with PTSD very brief, barely visible images of combat scenes can change their brain activity and reduce fear. Participants will view these images during an fMRI brain scan and rate their fear. The goal is to understand how the b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could a vaccine help us understand PTSD? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether short-term changes in the immune system can alter how people process information and experience fear. Researchers will give some participants a typhoid vaccine (which temporarily activates the immune system) and others a placebo. By measuring physical …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Scientists peer into the brain to decode fear and anxiety
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the brain mechanisms behind fear and anxiety in people with anxiety disorders like PTSD and GAD. Researchers will measure brain activity, heart rate, and skin responses while participants view fear-provoking images or use virtual reality. The study i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can trauma therapy help those with psychosis? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether two established trauma therapies—Prolonged Exposure and EMDR—can be safely used in young adults with psychotic disorders who also have PTSD symptoms. Twenty participants from the OPUS early-intervention program will receive one of the therapies…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nikolai Albert • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Exercise may soothe PTSD-Linked heart risks, tiny study hints
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use advanced PET/MRI scans to see how exercise affects brain activity and blood vessel inflammation in 10 people with PTSD who also have heart disease or risk factors. Participants will follow a gradually increasing exercise program. The goal is to understand whet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Hidden victims of the PICU: what do siblings go through?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study talks to siblings aged 9 to 18 whose brother or sister is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Researchers want to learn about the siblings' needs and how this experience affects their daily life. They will interview each sibling twice: once during the hospital…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Exercise may boost blood vessel function in mental health disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different exercise programs affect blood vessel function in people with PTSD or generalized anxiety disorder. Researchers will compare moderate versus high intensity exercise in 360 participants. The goal is to see if exercise can improve vascular health, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain scans and heart rate may reveal why PTSD therapy works
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how prolonged exposure therapy helps people with PTSD. Researchers will track 50 adults over 17 weeks, using brain scans, heart rate, and questionnaires before, during, and after treatment. The goal is to understand the mechanisms behind the therapy, not to te…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New study aims to catch PTSD earlier in High-Risk communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new system to help doctors better screen for and manage PTSD in primary care clinics on Chicago's South Side. About 17,000 adults will take part. The goal is to see if this approach leads to more people being diagnosed and getting the right treatment.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how anxiety and depression team up on threat
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses brain imaging and a single dose of the anti-anxiety drug lorazepam to understand how people with both depression and anxiety disorders process threats differently than those with depression alone. About 165 adults will complete two sessions involving startle tests…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Brain zaps may boost PTSD therapy by calming fear response
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called continuous theta burst stimulation (cTBS) can reduce arousal in people with PTSD. Researchers will apply cTBS to a brain region involved in attention and fear processing, then measure startle responses and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Zapping the brain to forget fear: new study targets PTSD prevention
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called cTBS can disrupt the consolidation of fear memories shortly after a traumatic event. Researchers will use functional MRI and skin conductance responses to measure changes in brain connections and fear r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Which PTSD screening works best for pregnant black women? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two different screening methods for PTSD in pregnant Black women to see which one better improves mental health, use of prenatal and mental health care, and birth outcomes. About 804 Black women in their first trimester who have experienced at least one trauma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Second chance at healing: new study targets PTSD treatment failures
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what to do when the first PTSD therapy doesn't work. Researchers will test different proven therapies on 400 adults who didn't respond to initial treatment. The goal is to find out which second treatment works best and create a tool to identify early who might…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Zapping anxiety with sound waves: new brain study tests Non-Invasive tFUS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a technology called transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS) can temporarily change brain activity linked to anxiety. Researchers will recruit 40 adults with anxiety disorders who recently started treatment. Participants will undergo brain imaging and then …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New study tests coffee-and-conversation program to ease refugee trauma
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a program called Coffee and Family Education and Support (CAFES2) for refugee families from Arabic-speaking countries who have recently moved to Chicago. The program is led by trained peers and aims to improve mental health and family relationships. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New program aims to ease Veterans' return from prison
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a program called START-VET to help veterans with mental illness or substance use disorders who have recently left prison. Researchers will work with 20 veterans to develop transition materials and tools. The goal is to improve quality of life and reduce cri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can brief talk therapy improve mental health? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study follows 300 adults receiving strategic psychotherapy—a short-term, goal-focused talk therapy—in private practice. Participants fill out questionnaires about their symptoms and well-being before and after treatment. The goal is to see if this therapy leads…
Sponsor: Società Scientifica di Psicoterapia Strategica • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Scientists zap brains to unravel PTSD's secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain processes threats in people with PTSD. Researchers will use a mild electrical current (tACS) to gently stimulate brain areas and measure changes in brain activity and anxiety. The goal is to understand the brain mechanisms behind PTSD, not to tes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:31 UTC
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Could a gentle brain zap ease PTSD symptoms? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brains of people with PTSD process sensory information differently. Researchers will use a mild electrical current (tACS) applied to the scalp to see if it can change brain activity and reduce feelings of anxiety and hypervigilance. The study involves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:42 UTC
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Gene hunt aims to prevent SSRI agitation in children
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for genetic markers linked to a side effect called behavioral activation—feeling overly excited or agitated—that can happen when children and youth take SSRI antidepressants for depression, anxiety, or OCD. Researchers will collect DNA from 160 participants …
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:11 UTC
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Spit test could take guesswork out of mental health prescriptions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study is testing whether a simple saliva test can help doctors prescribe mental health medications more safely and effectively. 200 adults in Manitoba who are starting or changing psychiatric drugs will provide a DNA sample. The results will be shared with their doctor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:55 UTC
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New study aims to bridge mental health gap for injury survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a stepped care program called the Trauma Resilience and Recovery Program (TRRP) for people hospitalized after a traumatic injury. It includes education, symptom tracking, and referrals to mental health services. Researchers will follow 350 participants for 12 mon…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:55 UTC
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Can training psychiatric staff improve sexual health talks with teens?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether training psychiatric care teams to talk about sexual health with young patients (ages 15 and up) increases those conversations. Researchers will survey 770 teens hospitalized for psychiatric disorders about their sexual health and any side effects from…
Sponsor: Fondation Santé des Étudiants de France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:35 UTC
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Exercise may rewire fear memories in PTSD patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how exercise affects the way people with PTSD learn and remember emotional information. One hundred adults with PTSD from interpersonal violence will do either moderate or light cycling after recalling a traumatic memory. Researchers will measure anxiety, hear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Christal L Badour • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:57 UTC
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Can smarter training help therapists treat PTSD better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares different training methods for therapists who treat PTSD. It aims to find the most effective way to train therapists so they stick to the proven treatment plan. 240 therapists will be assigned to various training components, like online courses or feedback ses…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:33 UTC