Teen PTSD brain scans reveal memory and emotion links

NCT ID NCT02510755

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how psychological trauma affects memory and brain function in teenagers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers used MRI scans to compare brain activity in 19 adolescents with PTSD and healthy teens. The goal was to understand the brain areas involved in emotional memory, which could help improve diagnosis and monitoring of PTSD in young people.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help doctors better understand and diagnose PTSD in teenagers, leading to improved monitoring and support.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 19 participants. It does not test any treatment, so it may not directly lead to new therapies.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

post-traumatic stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

STRESS DISORDERS, POST-TRAUMATIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

Service de Pédopsychiatrie

Caen, 14000, France

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