Wayne State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Wayne State University, explained in plain language.
-
Groundbreaking trial pits weed against veteran PTSD and suicide risk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out if cannabis can help veterans struggling with PTSD and thoughts of suicide. Researchers will assign 500 veterans to use either THC, CBD, a combination, or a placebo for 12 weeks. They will track changes in PTSD symptoms, mood, and suicidal thoughts to …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 05, 2026 14:00 UTC
-
Peers in recovery may hold key to easing depression for those battling addiction
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if people recovering from mental health or substance use problems, when trained, can effectively help others with depression and addiction. It will test a talk-based therapy called Behavioral Activation, delivered by these 'peer recovery specialists', in 25…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
-
Could cannabis help veterans face their trauma?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether using cannabis (marijuana) during a specific trauma therapy helps veterans with PTSD. Researchers will give some participants cannabis and others a placebo before therapy sessions to see if it makes the treatment more effective at reducing symptoms l…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
-
Brain training tested for relief from OCD and trauma
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test if a brain training technique called neurofeedback can improve overall well-being for people with symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress. It will involve 20 adults who are on a waitlist for specialized OCD therapy. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC
-
Can a magnetic zap to the brain help curb opioid cravings?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how stress affects thinking and drug-seeking behavior in people with opioid use disorder. Researchers will test whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can improve mental control and reduce reactions to stress. The study involves 20 partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:11 UTC
-
Researchers track opioid breathing risk in recovery room
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if the timing of opioid pain medication given after surgery affects a patient's breathing. Researchers will observe about 52 adults in the recovery room who receive opioids after an operation. They will use a special non-invasive monitor to measure b…
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:29 UTC