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Clinical trials sponsored by Wayne State University, explained in plain language.
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Can cannabis calm the war within? new study targets PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether cannabis can help veterans with PTSD manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. About 280 veterans who rarely use cannabis will receive it alongside standard talk therapy. The goal is to see if this combination improves mental hea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Can cannabis calm the war within? new study targets PTSD in veterans
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether cannabis can help veterans who have PTSD and thoughts of suicide. About 500 veterans who have used cannabis in the past year will be randomly assigned to different groups. Researchers will track changes in PTSD symptoms, mood, and suicide risk over tim…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Brain training may ease OCD and PTSD symptoms while patients wait for therapy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether neurofeedback—a type of brain training—can improve well-being in adults with symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress. Twenty people on a therapy waitlist will try neurofeedback sessions. Researchers will measure change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can zapping the brain curb opioid cravings? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) and a stress-inducing drug affect thinking, cravings, and stress responses in 20 people with opioid use disorder who are not seeking treatment. Participants will complete tasks measuring attention, memory, and decision-ma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Opioid timing may predict breathing trouble after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out if there is a link between when opioid pain medicine is given after surgery and breathing problems. Researchers will monitor 52 adults who are breathing on their own after general anesthesia. The goal is to understand how opioids affect breathing to im…
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC