PTSD - post traumatic stress disorder

This study tests whether using MRI to guide transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) works better than the usual scalp-based method for treating depression. It involves 54 participants, including those with treatment-resistant depression and others with COVID-related distress. The…

This pilot study tests whether a short, 5-session writing therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) is practical and helpful for pregnant or postpartum adolescents and young adults (ages 15-24) with PTSD. The therapy involves writing about traumatic experiences with minimal t…

This study tests a mobile health system (smartwatch and app) combined with a week-long cycling event to help veterans reduce stress and PTSD symptoms. Thirty-six veterans will use the system for two months and participate in the cycling challenge. The goal is to see if this appro…

This study tests whether low-cost virtual reality (VR) tools, like 360° video and a new VR Photoscan process, can help people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) engage more easily with trauma-focused therapy. Participants will receive standard therapy (TF-CBT) either alon…

This study tested whether Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy can help adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Jordan. 70 people with moderate to severe PTSD symptoms were randomly assigned to receive EMDR from a psychiatric nurse or to a wai…

This study looked at whether a special therapy called EMDR or antidepressant medication (SSRIs) helps people with PTSD grow and recover after trauma. 130 adults with PTSD were randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal was to see which approach leads to more pe…

This completed study tested two common PTSD treatments head-to-head: EMDR therapy (a talking therapy with eye movements) and SSRI antidepressants. Sixty adults with PTSD were randomly assigned to one treatment for six weeks. Researchers measured how many people achieved symptom r…

This small study tested whether 8 sessions of brief exposure therapy combined with moderate exercise can reduce PTSD symptoms in adults. Twelve participants attended twice-weekly sessions for 4 weeks and completed questionnaires. The goal was to see if this treatment is acceptabl…

This study tested a low-dose, empowerment-based tool to help veterans with PTSD set personal goals and improve their quality of life. 44 veterans participated and were followed for 12 months. Researchers measured changes in quality of life, PTSD symptoms, and daily functioning.

This study is a small survey of 10 adults exploring how nutrition, mental health, and faith-based practices relate to recovery from trauma or PTSD. Researchers want to understand what helps people overcome life challenges after stressful events. The results will be used to design…

This study tested whether a single 15-minute session of Butterfly Tapping, a self-administered EMDR technique, could change brain activity in 46 young adults with PTSD. Participants either did the tapping or sat still while their brain waves were recorded. The tapping group showe…

This study looked at whether a simple questionnaire called the City Birth Trauma Scale (CityBiTS) can accurately identify post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to childbirth. Researchers recruited 67 women who had given birth, had them fill out the questionnaire, and then…