Obsessive Compulsive Disorder study: Stress Management Training
Official title ERP to Improve Functioning in Veterans With OCD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05240924
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will find out whether ERP therapy improves daily functioning, quality of life, and OCD symptoms compared with a control, both for all veterans with OCD and for those who also have PTSD.
- Who it's for
- Veterans who have obsessive‑compulsive disorder, some of whom also have post‑traumatic stress disorder.
- What's involved
- Participants will be assigned to either ERP therapy or a control condition and will attend regular therapy sessions and complete assessments of symptoms and functioning.
- Time commitment
- The trial involves multiple visits over several months for therapy sessions and follow‑up assessments.
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 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Veterans having a primary diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)(50% of sample) and comorbid OCD and Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)...
- Willingness to participate in Exposure and Response Prevention(ERP)
You likely can't join if
- Significant cognitive impairment or conditions that threaten safety (current psychosis, mania, imminent suicidality including plan or intent, and...
- Potential participants taking psychotropic medications must be on a stable dose of these medications for at least 6 weeks prior to study enrollment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- East Orange, New Jersey, United States
- Buffalo, New York, United States
- New York, New York, United States
- Northport, New York, United States
- The Bronx, New York, United States
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States
- Durham, North Carolina, United States
- Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States
- Salisbury, North Carolina, United States
- Roseburg, Oregon, United States
- White City, Oregon, United States
- Charleston, South Carolina, United States
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Hampton, Virginia, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Salem, Virginia, United States
- Spokane, Washington, United States
- Walla Walla, Washington, 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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at East Orange, New Jersey, United States; Buffalo, New York, United States; New York, New York, United States; Northport, New York, United States; The Bronx, New York, United States; Asheville, North Carolina, United States and 12 more locations. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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