Clinical trial for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Official title Biomolecular Characteristics of Reminder-Focused Positive-Psychiatry
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04529031
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if RFPP can reduce PTSD symptoms, improve how teens react to trauma reminders, and affect blood vessel health and inflammation markers.
- Who it's for
- It looks for 60 teens aged 11‑15 who have PTSD but no other major medical or psychiatric problems.
- What's involved
- Participants join a twice‑weekly telehealth group for 6 weeks, while their parents get weekly sessions. They will have neuropsychiatric tests and blood tests at several points.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 6 weeks of treatment plus follow‑up visits at 3, 6, and 24 weeks, with a total of about 8 visits for each teen and parent.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 11 to 15
You may be able to join if
- Boy/Girl with documented PTSD,
- aged 11- 15 years old,
- able to read/write in English
You likely can't join if
- presence of intellectual disabilities,
- presence of psychotic or self-injurious behavior,
- presence of seizure disorder,
- presence of language disorder,
- presence of eye disorders,
- presence of other neurodevelopmental disorders,
See the full eligibility criteria
- Boy/Girl with documented PTSD,
- aged 11- 15 years old,
- able to read/write in English
- presence of intellectual disabilities,
- presence of psychotic or self-injurious behavior,
- presence of seizure disorder,
- presence of language disorder,
- presence of eye disorders,
- presence of other neurodevelopmental disorders,
- presence of diagnosis of substance use disorder.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 11 years to 15 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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