Trial comparing treatments for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Official title Intensive Multi-Couple Therapy for PTSD Versus Relationship Education in Military Couples
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06047691
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a specific group therapy helps reduce PTSD symptoms. It also looks at how it affects relationships and mood.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a military couple where one partner has PTSD.
- What's involved
- You would attend a two-day retreat with other couples. You would learn and practice skills to manage PTSD and improve your relationship.
- Time commitment
- The main part of the study is a two-day retreat.
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
- Service member or veteran and a romantic partner willing to participate.
- Couple is married or cohabiting for at least 3 months. Couple can be either different or same sex.
- Service member/veteran diagnosis of PTSD as determined by the CAPS-5.
- Each partner is at least 18 years old.
- Both partners able to speak and read English.
You likely can't join if
- Either partner reports current suicidal ideation severe enough to warrant immediate attention
- Current homicide risk meriting crisis intervention for either partner
- Current and severe alcohol misuse in either partner warranting immediate intervention
- Symptoms of moderate to severe other substance use warranting immediate intervention
- Recent (past month) manic episode or psychotic disorder symptoms in either partner
- Other psychiatric disorders severe enough to warrant designation as the primary disorder
See the full eligibility criteria
- Service member or veteran and a romantic partner willing to participate.
- Couple is married or cohabiting for at least 3 months. Couple can be either different or same sex.
- Service member/veteran diagnosis of PTSD as determined by the CAPS-5.
- Each partner is at least 18 years old.
- Both partners able to speak and read English.
- Either partner reports current suicidal ideation severe enough to warrant immediate attention
- Current homicide risk meriting crisis intervention for either partner
- Current and severe alcohol misuse in either partner warranting immediate intervention
- Symptoms of moderate to severe other substance use warranting immediate intervention
- Recent (past month) manic episode or psychotic disorder symptoms in either partner
- Other psychiatric disorders severe enough to warrant designation as the primary disorder
- Evidence of a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury or other cognitive impairment in either partner
- Couple is separated or have taken steps to dissolve their relationship
- Either partner is currently participating in evidence-based treatment for PTSD (e.g., Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Present-Centered Therapy for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing...
- Evidence or admission of severe intimate aggression by either partner occurring within the past 6-months.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Antonio, Texas, 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 San Antonio, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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