Prison PTSD therapy aims to cut drug use and crime after release
NCT ID NCT06923423
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a trauma-focused group therapy (CPT-CJ) given in prison can reduce drug use, PTSD symptoms, and re-arrest after release. 640 incarcerated adults from about 10 prisons will either receive the group therapy or a self-help workbook. Researchers will also measure costs and how well the therapy can be put into practice.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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East Central Arkansas Community Correction Center
RECRUITINGWest Memphis, Arkansas, 72301, United States
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Heart River Correctional Center (HRCC)
RECRUITINGBismarck, North Dakota, 58502, United States
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North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP)
RECRUITINGBismarck, North Dakota, 58501, United States
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Northeast Arkansas Community Corrections Center (NEACC)
RECRUITINGOsceola, Arkansas, 72370, United States
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Southwest Arkansas Community Correction Center
RECRUITINGTexarkana, Arkansas, 71854, United States
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGLittle Rock, Arkansas, 72205, United States
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