Could MDMA help veterans heal from PTSD? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07569159
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether a drug called MDMA, given alongside therapy, can help veterans with PTSD feel better. About 52 veterans will receive a dose of MDMA during therapy sessions, either alone or in a group. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and reduces PTSD symptoms.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 2
Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.
- Participants
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About 52 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Veterans who are at least 18 years old * Are able to swallow pills * Are able to complete all protocol required assessment tools without any assistance or alteration to the copyrighted assessments, and to comply with all study visits. * Proficient in speaking and reading English. Exclusion Criteria: * Condition impairing oral intake or digestive absorption. * Unable to give adequate informed consent. * Significant suicide risk as defined by suicidal ideation with intend and plan as endorsed on items 5 on C-SSRS within the past 3 months * Cardiovascular disease, including, but not limited to, coronary artery disease (CAD) and chronic heart failure (CHF) * A history of, or a current primary schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder or any form of psychotic disorder, major depressive disorder with psychotic features, bipolar affective disorder type 1, or personality disorders. * Are pregnant, nursing, or able to become pregnant and are not practicing an effective means of birth control if sexually active with a biologically male partner. * Current enrollment in any investigational drug or device study or participation in such within 30 days of screening.
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Conditions
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How to take part
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sunstone Therapies
RECRUITINGRockville, Maryland, 20850, United States
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