POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

This study tested if a type of talking therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can help adults who survived the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. 36 people with high PTSD symptoms took part. The goal was to see if CPT reduces PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and improves well-b…

This study looked at whether learning to train a future service dog, along with usual care, can improve symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTS), anxiety, depression, and pain in military members. 156 active-duty and retired service members with PTSD or mild traumatic brain injury…

This study tested whether a natural probiotic called Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) could reduce inflammation and PTSD symptoms in veterans. Researchers measured changes in blood markers, gut health, and PTSD severity. The goal was to see if this simple supplement could offer a…

This study tested whether a racecar-simulation program could help veterans with PTSD manage stress and emotions. One veteran completed the program, which combined biofeedback and mental skills training. The goal was to see if skills learned in the simulator could improve daily li…

This study tested whether minocycline, an antibiotic, could reduce the frequency and intensity of intrusive memories in 138 adults with PTSD or cocaine use disorder. Participants took minocycline while recalling their traumatic or drug-related memories, aiming to weaken those mem…

This study tested a workshop called STEP-Home for 221 post-9/11 Veterans who had trouble readjusting to civilian life. The workshop taught practical skills like emotional control, problem-solving, and attention to improve daily function and reduce anger. The goal was to help Vete…

This study tested a type of therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) designed to help veterans with PTSD improve their social support and relationships. About 107 veterans took part, and the therapy focused on reducing avoidance and building connections with family,…

This study tested whether a therapy called written exposure therapy, done over video calls, could help prevent or reduce PTSD symptoms in women who had recently been sexually assaulted. Thirty women who visited a sexual assault nurse examiner within a week of the assault took par…

This pilot study tested the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a passive listening therapy, in 45 adults with PTSD and anxiety. Participants listened to specially designed music and completed questionnaires about their symptoms. The goal was to see if SSP could help calm the nervous …

This study tested a 5-week group program called Rare Group Problem Management Plus (PM+) for parents or guardians of children with rare conditions. The program, delivered by video visits, teaches practical and emotional coping skills. Eight caregivers took part, and the study che…

This study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of methylone (TSND-201) for people with PTSD. It follows 44 adults who completed a previous methylone trial for up to 52 weeks. Researchers check PTSD symptoms monthly and offer additional treatment if symptoms return.

This study tested whether methylone, a drug similar to MDMA, can safely reduce PTSD symptoms. 79 adults with moderate to severe PTSD who had not improved with other treatments received either methylone or a placebo once a week for 4 weeks. Researchers measured symptom changes usi…

This study looked at whether a simple aerobic exercise program could help earthquake survivors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and poor sleep. 82 adults living in temporary shelters were randomly assigned to either a supervised exercise group (twice a week for three we…

This study looked at how mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) changes brain connections in people with PTSD. 61 adults with PTSD received either MBCT or a comparison therapy. Researchers used brain scans to measure changes in brain activity and connectivity, aiming to under…

This study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS in 63 adults with PTSD. The goal was to see if it could improve symptoms and change brain activity and startle responses. Researchers also aimed to find new brain targets for future treatments and better unde…

This study looked at whether a team-based care model, where GPs work closely with care managers, can help people with anxiety and depression better than usual care. 302 adults with conditions like panic disorder, social phobia, or PTSD took part. The main goal was to see if this …

This study created and tested a mobile app called VetEd to help student veterans with mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, and anxiety do better in college. 13 veterans tried the app and gave feedback on how easy it was to use and how helpful it was. The goal was to se…

This study followed 216 survivors of the 2015 Paris terrorist attacks and a control group for up to 6 years. Researchers used brain scans to see how trauma changes the brain's ability to suppress unwanted memories, which is key to understanding PTSD. The goal was to learn how the…

This study tested whether smartphone data—like activity, sleep, and social patterns—could help track mental health in 87 veterans with serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD. The goal was to see if passive phone monitoring could detect early war…

This study looked at whether a free mobile app called BounceBack Now can help people with trauma-related mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Researchers worked with 29 adults in primary care, including many from underserved groups, to see if the app was easy …