Writing away trauma: group therapy shows promise for teens with PTSD

This study tested a group-based writing therapy for Chinese teenagers with PTSD or complex PTSD. 53 teens took part, with some receiving the therapy right away and others placed on a waiting list. The therapy involved 5 to 8 group sessions where participants wrote about their traumatic experiences. Results showed that the writing therapy helped reduce PTSD symptoms, and the improvements lasted for at least 3 months after treatment.