Kids' PTSD treatment uses imagination to rewrite traumatic memories
NCT ID NCT07185126
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a new version of a therapy called RTM-C for children aged 6-14 with PTSD. The treatment uses child-friendly language, games, and animated tools to help kids safely replay difficult memories and reduce fear. About 40 children and their parents will take part in up to six therapy sessions, with follow-ups at 1 and 6 months. The goal is to see if this approach can ease PTSD symptoms and improve daily life.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 40 people
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- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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6 to 14 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 6-14 years at enrolment. * PTSD symptoms present: CATS-2 (Parent) total ≥15 at screening. * Functional impact: impairment endorsed in ≥1 CATS-2 domain (relationships, leisure, learning, happiness). * Consent/assent: written parent/guardian consent and child assent obtained. * Availability: child and caregiver can attend parent session + 6 treatment sessions and complete 1- and 6-month follow-ups. * Language/comprehension: child can understand session instructions and participate in tasks (with supports as needed). * Therapist check of readiness: during Session 1 practice, child demonstrates reliable break state (disengages from imagery, re-orients to present, maintains eye contact, relaxed affect). Exclusion Criteria: * Acute comorbid mental disorder. * Concurrent trauma-focused psychotherapy planned or ongoing during the study period. * Inability to understand/follow instructions due to cognitive impairment or other reasons that preclude participation. * Medical/neurological condition or situational factors (e.g., inability to commit to visits) that, in the investigator's judgment, would make participation unsafe or compromise study integrity.
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Locations
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Charitable Foundation Voices of Children
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