PTSD

This study is testing whether a 5-day intensive brain stimulation treatment can reduce PTSD symptoms in Veterans. Researchers will compare real magnetic stimulation to a placebo treatment in 90 Veterans with PTSD. The goal is to see if this faster approach works as well as tradit…

This study is testing whether a common sleep medication (suvorexant) can help veterans with PTSD and insomnia reduce their fear responses. Researchers will use a home-based training program where veterans learn to face fear triggers in a safe way while taking either the medicatio…

This study is testing whether combining a single dose of psilocybin (a compound found in 'magic mushrooms') with an intensive week of therapy can help people with chronic, treatment-resistant PTSD. Fifteen participants will receive the combined treatment and be followed for 12 we…

This study aims to see if combining two treatments works better for reducing PTSD symptoms. One is a standard talk therapy, and the other is a neck injection that calms the body's stress response. Researchers will compare the combination to each treatment alone to see which helps…

This study is testing if a simple injection of a sugar-water solution (D5W) into the neck can help people with PTSD that hasn't improved with standard treatments like therapy or medication. It will compare the D5W injection to a placebo injection of saltwater (saline). The goal i…

This study aims to help veterans with PTSD transition from initial stabilization treatments to more effective, recommended therapies. Researchers will interview veterans and clinicians to understand current treatment patterns, then test a new support program designed to facilitat…

This study is testing whether psilocybin, the active compound in 'magic mushrooms,' can be safely combined with therapy to help reduce PTSD symptoms. It will involve 150 Georgia military veterans, reservists, or active-duty members with PTSD. Researchers will compare two differen…

This study aims to see if using cannabis (marijuana) during a specific therapy helps veterans with PTSD feel less distress. Researchers will give either real cannabis or a placebo to 280 veterans right before their therapy sessions. They will measure PTSD symptoms, anxiety, and b…

This study is testing whether virtual reality therapy can help reduce trauma symptoms related to COVID-19. The research will involve 100 healthcare workers and COVID-19 survivors who experienced psychological distress during the pandemic. Participants will try 5 weekly VR session…

This early-stage study is testing whether group therapy sessions combined with psilocybin (a compound from 'magic mushrooms') is safe and practical for people with PTSD. The main goal is to see if this approach can reduce the severity of PTSD symptoms. The study will involve 36 p…

This study is testing whether a single dose of psilocybin, taken in a controlled therapy session, can help reduce PTSD symptoms in women who have experienced sexual assault. It will involve 35 participants and closely monitor safety, side effects, and changes in PTSD, anxiety, an…

This study is testing whether a smartwatch called NightWare can improve sleep for current and former military members who have trouble sleeping, nightmares, PTSD, or a history of brain injury. The watch detects signs of nighttime stress and delivers gentle vibrations to try to ca…

This pilot study is testing whether a self-guided smartphone app can help service members with insomnia sleep better. 144 active-duty military personnel will be randomly assigned to either use the app for five weeks or wait. Researchers will measure changes in sleep quality, dayt…

This study is testing whether a body-focused therapy called SMART can help adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). SMART uses movement, touch, and balance exercises to help people feel more connected to their bodies and surroundings. Researchers will enroll 80 adults t…

This study is looking at past data to understand how a 12-week wellness program helps veterans and first responders. The program combines therapy, nutrition, and fitness support. Researchers will analyze health surveys and data from wearable rings to see if the program improved m…

This study aims to understand if the time it takes to evacuate a soldier after a combat amputation, and how long a tourniquet is used, affects their risk of developing PTSD. Researchers will follow 300 Ukrainian veterans with amputations for 18 months, tracking their psychologica…

This study aims to understand PTSD symptoms and stress in justice-involved Black/African American adolescent girls and their parents. Researchers will interview participants and service providers to adapt a mindfulness-based stress reduction program to better fit their cultural n…