Can a 4-session talk therapy prevent PTSD after a burn injury?
NCT ID NCT07656545
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a short, 4-session therapy for burn survivors and their caregivers to prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The therapy, called Promotion of Emotional Disclosure for Burns (PoED-B), helps patients and their loved ones communicate better about the traumatic event by reducing negative reactions and encouraging supportive conversations. The trial includes a small group of hospitalized burn patients and their caregivers, with some receiving the therapy and others receiving standard education. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable, feasible, and reduces PTSD symptoms.
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Active substance
Promotion of Emotional Disclosure for Burns (PoED-B) - a behavioral therapy
What this could lead to
If effective, this therapy could offer a simple, short-term way to prevent PTSD in burn survivors and their loved ones by improving how they talk about the trauma.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is brief and may not work for all types of trauma or relationships.
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University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine & Los Angeles General Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States
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