Can a phone app help treat PTSD and addiction?
NCT ID NCT07146633
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This 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 see if this self-guided approach is effective and practical for this group.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Autonomous Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (A-EMDR) therapy delivered via a mobile app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a convenient, app-based therapy option to help people with PTSD and substance use disorders manage their symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply widely. The app-based approach may not work as well as in-person therapy, and participants may not stick with it.
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