New hope for veterans with PTSD: personalized therapy and text reminders

NCT ID NCT07176273

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aims to find the best strategies for veterans with PTSD who aren't helped by their first treatment. Researchers will test a flexible version of Cognitive Processing Therapy and text message reminders to encourage homework completion. The goal is to match the right type and amount of treatment to each veteran's needs.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Modular Cognitive Processing Therapy (behavioral therapy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help personalize PTSD treatment for veterans, improving outcomes for those who don't respond to standard therapy.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study with no drug, so benefits may be modest. Results depend on individual engagement and may not apply to all veterans.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Ann Arbor VA

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    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105, United States

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  • Augusta VA

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    Augusta, Georgia, 30904, United States

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  • Battle Creek VA

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    Battle Creek, Michigan, 49037, United States

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  • Salt Lake City VA

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    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84148, United States

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