POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

This study tested a new Danish team-based care model for people with anxiety and depression in general practice. It compared this collaborative approach, which included therapy, education, and medication support, to the standard consultation method. The goal was to see if the tea…

This study tested whether methylone, given as weekly treatments, can safely reduce PTSD symptoms in adults. Researchers enrolled 62 people with severe PTSD who had tried at least one previous treatment. They measured changes in PTSD symptoms, depression, and daily functioning ove…

This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation treatment (TMS) could help reduce PTSD symptoms and change related brain and stress responses. It involved 63 adults with PTSD from underserved communities to see if this approach is practical and effective. The …

This study tested whether methylone, a medication similar to MDMA, could safely help adults with moderate to severe PTSD. It involved 79 participants who had not improved with standard treatments. Participants received weekly methylone doses for a month, followed by several weeks…

This study tested whether a mild, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could improve the results of standard trauma-focused talk therapy for people with chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It involved 63 adults who had PTSD for 3 months to 10 years. Res…

This study followed 44 people with PTSD for a full year to see if treatment with the drug methylone (TSND-201) provides lasting relief. Participants were monitored monthly for their PTSD symptoms and safety. If their symptoms returned during the year, they could be eligible to re…

This study evaluated a parenting support program called KEEP, which was specially adapted for foster and kinship families from underserved communities. Researchers tested whether these tailored versions of the program could help reduce mental health problems like depression, anxi…

This study tested a new way to help refugees suffering from PTSD and depression by combining standard mental health therapy with direct help for real-world problems like unemployment and language barriers. It involved 196 unemployed refugees in Denmark. Researchers compared the u…

This study tested if a brief, virtual writing therapy could help prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in women after a recent sexual assault. Researchers enrolled 30 women who received care from a sexual assault nurse examiner. Participants were randomly assigned to eith…

This study tested a self-help smartphone app called BounceBack Now, designed to help people manage symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Researchers worked with 29 patients and healthcare providers in primary care clinics to see if the app was easy to use and…

This study tested whether taking a specific probiotic (Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG) for 8 weeks could reduce body inflammation and ease symptoms of PTSD in veterans. It involved 118 veterans with PTSD and a related bowel condition who were randomly assigned to take either the prob…

This study looked at whether learning to train a future service dog, combined with standard medical care, could help reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTS) and post-concussive symptoms in military members. Researchers enrolled 156 participants to measure changes in stress…

This study tested a 5-week online group program designed to help parents and guardians of children with rare diseases. The program, called Rare Group Problem Management Plus, aimed to provide practical and emotional support to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. Participants …

This study tested whether a drug called minocycline could help reduce the power of painful, intrusive memories in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or cocaine addiction. Researchers gave 138 participants either minocycline or a placebo pill before sessions where t…

This study tested whether simple attention training exercises on a smartphone could help reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers enrolled over 1,300 adults with significant PTSD symptoms to try different types of daily training for two weeks. The goa…

This study tested whether a 6-month supervised exercise program could help older veterans manage their PTSD symptoms and improve their physical health. Researchers worked with 80 veterans who had lived with PTSD for many years, measuring changes in their symptoms, walking enduran…

This study tested a new, 9-week online group therapy program called Trauma-Informed Goal Management Training (TI-GMT). It was designed to help adults with PTSD improve their thinking skills, like focus and memory, and reduce their PTSD symptoms. Researchers wanted to see if the p…

This study tested whether a single-day group workshop could help veterans dealing with the combined effects of mild brain injury, chronic pain, PTSD, depression, or anxiety. The workshop taught life skills to help manage distress and improve daily functioning, aiming to be more a…

This small pilot study tested whether a therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) could be delivered effectively online and in a group setting to help military and police personnel with PTSD. The main goal was to see if this virtual group format was practical and acceptable t…

This study tested a new mobile app called VetEd, designed to help student veterans who have mental health conditions like depression or PTSD. The app helps with study skills, managing stress, and finding campus and VA resources. Fifteen veterans tried the app for four weeks to se…

This study tested a group workshop called STEP-Home, designed to help post-9/11 Veterans who were struggling to adjust after military service. The workshop taught practical skills for managing emotions, solving problems, and focusing attention to improve daily life and community …

This small study explored whether a special racecar simulation training program could help veterans with PTSD. The single participant learned stress management skills while driving in a virtual environment, with the goal of applying those skills to real life. Researchers measured…

This study tested a therapy designed to help Veterans with PTSD improve their social relationships and support networks. Researchers compared a specialized therapy (ACT-SS) against a common treatment (PCT) in 107 Veterans. The goal was to see if the new approach could better help…

This small, completed pilot study tested whether a specific online talk therapy could help adults in Turkey who were struggling with mental health after the 2023 earthquakes. It compared a 12-session therapy program delivered over video calls to a group receiving standard care. T…

This study tested whether a non-invasive sound therapy program could help reduce symptoms of PTSD and anxiety. 45 therapy clients either received the 5-hour listening program or continued their usual therapy for comparison. Researchers measured changes in symptoms, body awareness…

This study aimed to understand how stress and negative emotions affect alcohol use in women veterans, including those with PTSD. Researchers tested whether teaching a specific emotion regulation skill could help reduce alcohol cravings triggered by stress. They also examined how …

This study aimed to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the mental health of nursing home staff in France. Researchers surveyed 501 workers to measure rates of post-traumatic stress, depression, and burnout. The goal was to document the psychological impact of working t…

This study aimed to understand how mindfulness-based therapy affects brain activity in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers compared two types of group therapy delivered over 8 weeks via video calls. They used brain scans and surveys to measure changes b…

This study aimed to find early signs that predict who will develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after a recent traumatic event. Researchers followed 460 adults who visited the emergency room within a month of experiencing trauma, like a serious accident or violence. They…

This study tested whether having a trained facilitator visit older adults at home to help complete a medical order form (called a POST form) improved the care they received. Researchers wanted to see if this help made the medical care people got at the end of their life better ma…

This study followed people who called emergency psychological hotlines after major terrorist attacks in Paris, London, Barcelona, and Strasbourg. Researchers wanted to understand how their mental health symptoms changed over time and what kind of help they were looking for. The s…

This study investigated whether people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have difficulty predicting their own emotional reactions to future events. Researchers compared 97 participants across three groups: those with PTSD, those exposed to trauma without PTSD, and health…

This study aimed to understand how brain chemistry differs in people with depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. Researchers used MRI and PET brain scans and cognitive tests on 180 participants, including healthy volunteers, to measure specific brain chemicals. The goal was to g…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help veterans with serious mental health conditions track their own well-being. The app passively collects data on phone use, movement, and sleep patterns, which may act as warning signs for worsening symptoms. Researchers aimed to s…

This early study tested the safety and how the body processes methylone, a substance being researched for PTSD, in healthy volunteers. Forty healthy adults received increasing doses while researchers measured drug levels in their blood and monitored for side effects. The goal was…

This study aimed to understand how a drug similar to marijuana (dronabinol) affects the brain circuits involved in fear, particularly in people with PTSD. Researchers compared brain scans and fear responses in 86 participants, some with PTSD and some without, after they took eith…

This study aimed to understand how the brain processes traumatic memories and why some people develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Researchers followed survivors of the 2015 Paris terrorist attacks, along with a comparison group, using brain scans and psychological test…

This study aimed to better understand complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by identifying how its symptoms differ from standard PTSD. Researchers enrolled 300 adults, including both patients and volunteers, to complete detailed questionnaires about their trauma, emotions…