New therapy aims to rewire the brain to ease PTSD symptoms

NCT ID NCT04317820

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tests a new type of talk therapy called Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 234 adults will be randomly assigned to receive DBR or be placed on a waiting list. The goal is to see if DBR reduces PTSD symptoms, like flashbacks and anxiety, more than no treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital

    London, Ontario, N6A 5A5, Canada

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