POSTTRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

This study tested strategies to treat depression and PTSD in adults visiting a public hospital in Kenya. Over 2,100 participants received therapy or medication through their primary care clinic. The goal was to find cost-effective ways to integrate mental health care into regular…

This study tested a personalized version of cognitive processing therapy (CPT) for veterans with PTSD. The goal was to see if tailoring the therapy to each person's unique challenges could improve their daily functioning, quality of life, and treatment engagement more than standa…

This study tested a noninvasive LED light treatment on 8 veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) from blast exposure. The goal was to see if the light could improve thinking, memory, mood, and sleep. The treatment is painless and does not require surgery or medication.

This study tested whether adding a stellate ganglion block (a numbing injection in the neck) to cognitive processing therapy helps reduce PTSD and chronic pain more than therapy alone. Sixty adults with PTSD took part. The goal was to see if the combination improves symptoms bett…

This study tested whether a natural substance called pregnenolone can reduce PTSD symptoms in 96 Iraq/Afghanistan veterans. Participants took either pregnenolone or a placebo for 10 weeks and had regular check-ins. The goal was to see if it improves mental health and related issu…

This study looked at whether a type of talk therapy called Prolonged Exposure Therapy can help reduce PTSD symptoms in people with spinal cord injuries. 30 adults with both conditions were randomly assigned to receive the therapy or their usual care. The main goal was to see if t…

This study tested a program called Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT) in 21 veterans with PTSD who still had memory, attention, or thinking problems after standard PTSD treatment. The goal was to see if the program was practical and helpful. Researchers measured thinking skill…

This study tested whether a single session of playing Tetris after briefly recalling a traumatic childbirth memory could reduce how often those memories pop up. 120 women who had given birth at least 6 weeks earlier and were experiencing frequent intrusive memories took part. Hal…

This study tested a new type of therapy called reminder-focused positive psychiatry (RFPP) for teenagers who have both ADHD and PTSD. The goal was to see if it was acceptable and feasible to use, and if it could help reduce symptoms and improve well-being. Eleven teens took part …

This study tested a program called the Pregnant Moms' Empowerment Program (PMEP) for pregnant women who had experienced intimate partner violence in the past year. About 230 women took part in either the PMEP or a general discussion group. The program aimed to reduce stress, depr…

This study looked at whether compassion meditation is a practical option for veterans with PTSD. Researchers enrolled 113 veterans across multiple sites to see if they would try the meditation, stick with it, and find it helpful. The goal was to test if a larger study is possible…

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 and veterans. 156 participants with PTSD or mild traumatic brain injury took part. Re…

This study tested a type of therapy called Behavioral Activation for U.S. veterans who have both alcohol use disorder and PTSD. Ten veterans took part and were randomly assigned to either this therapy or a standard relapse prevention program. The goal was to see if the new approa…

This study tested a therapy called compassion focused therapy (CFT) in 24 women with complex PTSD who struggle with harsh self-criticism. The therapy aims to boost self-compassion and reduce shame. Researchers measured changes in self-criticism, PTSD symptoms, and well-being befo…

This study tested whether a single therapy (Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy) can effectively treat veterans with PTSD, major depression, or panic disorder, compared to using separate therapies for each condition. 304 veterans participated, and their symptoms were measured before…

This study tested a personalized magnetic therapy called MeRT for people with PTSD. 158 adults received either real or fake (sham) treatment to see if it safely reduces symptoms. The main goal was to measure changes in PTSD symptoms using a standard checklist.

This study looked at a telemedicine program called TOP that helps rural veterans with PTSD get therapy and medication without traveling far. Over 500 veterans took part. The goal was to see which way of rolling out the program worked better to reach more veterans and improve PTSD…

This study looked at whether treating insomnia can lower the risk of heart disease in people with PTSD. Researchers measured blood pressure, blood vessel function, and other heart risk factors in 140 adults aged 40-59. The goal was to see if improving sleep could also improve hea…

This study tested a short video shown during a sexual assault medical exam, followed by text messages over the next month. The goal was to see if this approach could help prevent PTSD and opioid misuse. 50 adult survivors took part. The study was completed and measured changes in…

This study tested a mobile health resource called CAARE to help children under 12 and their caregivers recover emotionally after a traumatic injury. Researchers measured changes in distress, PTSD symptoms, depression, and quality of life. The goal was to see if a simple app could…

This study looked at whether people with sensory modulation dysfunction (trouble processing everyday sensations) are more likely to develop PTSD after a traumatic event. 248 healthy adults watched a trauma film and then reported pain sensitivity and spontaneous memories for a wee…