Can eye movement therapy heal trauma in schizophrenia? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06608706

First seen May 01, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether adding a trauma-focused therapy called EMDR to usual care can help reduce trauma symptoms in people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders. About 187 participants aged 16 and older who have experienced a distressing trauma will receive up to 26 EMDR sessions. Researchers will measure changes in trauma and psychosis symptoms over time, including 6 months after therapy ends.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Betanien DPS

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    Bergen, Norway

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  • Diakonhjemmet Hospital

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    Oslo, Norway

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  • Haukeland University Hospital

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    Bergen, 5009, Norway

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  • Helgeland Hospital HF

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    Sandnessjøen, 8800, Norway

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  • Helse Fonna HF

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    Haugesund, Norway

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  • Oslo University Hospital

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    Oslo, Norway

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  • Solli DPS

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    Bergen, Norway

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  • St. Olav Hospital

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    Trondheim, Norway

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  • Stavanger University Hospital

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    Stavanger, Norway

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  • UNN

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    Tromsø, Norway

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  • Voss DPS Bjørkeli

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    Bergen, Norway

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