Veterans with PTSD and addiction may find relief through simple writing exercises
NCT ID NCT05327504
First seen Feb 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tests whether a short writing therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) can help veterans who have both posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a substance use disorder. About 170 veterans will complete five writing sessions about their trauma. The goal is to see if this approach reduces PTSD symptoms and is a practical addition to standard substance use treatment.
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