Can brain and body clues predict PTSD treatment success in teens?
NCT ID NCT07537764
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study examines how 180 adolescents aged 14-18 with trauma-related symptoms react to stress and strong emotions. Researchers will measure brain activity, heart rate, and anxiety while teens repeatedly imagine details of their own traumatic event. The goal is to understand which biological and behavioral patterns might predict who responds best to exposure-based therapies for PTSD.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Repeated imaginal exposure (script-driven imagery task)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify which teens with PTSD are most likely to benefit from exposure-based therapies, leading to more personalized treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study focused on understanding mechanisms, not testing a treatment. Results may not directly improve care or apply to all teens with PTSD.
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