Prison PTSD therapy shows promise in new study

NCT ID NCT05432817

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tested a group therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for people in prison who have PTSD. 117 men and women took part, with some receiving therapy right away and others waiting. The main goal was to see if the therapy reduced PTSD symptoms, as well as depression and anxiety.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Psychiatric Institute and Clinic

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53719, United States

Conditions

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