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Clinical trials sponsored by Wayne State University, explained in plain language.
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Brain training may ease OCD and PTSD symptoms while patients wait for therapy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether neurofeedback—a type of brain training—can improve well-being in adults with symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress. Twenty people on a therapy waitlist will try neurofeedback sessions. Researchers will measure change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:48 UTC
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Can cannabis calm the war within? new study targets PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether cannabis can help veterans who have PTSD and thoughts of suicide. About 500 veterans who have used cannabis in the past year will be randomly assigned to different groups. Researchers will track changes in PTSD symptoms, mood, and suicide risk over tim…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:32 UTC
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Can cannabis calm PTSD? new study recruits veterans
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding cannabis to standard therapy can help veterans with PTSD feel less anxious, depressed, or suicidal. Researchers will give cannabis to 280 veterans who rarely use it now and track their symptoms using interviews and brain scans. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:32 UTC
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Can zapping the brain curb opioid cravings? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) and a stress-inducing drug affect thinking, cravings, and stress responses in people with opioid use disorder who are not seeking treatment. Researchers will measure things like memory, decision-making, and biological str…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:46 UTC
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Opioid timing after surgery may impact breathing safety
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will watch 52 adults who are getting opioid pain medicine after surgery to see if the timing of the medicine is linked to breathing problems. Participants will be monitored in the recovery room. The goal is to learn more about how opioids affect breathing, not to test …
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:31 UTC