Posttraumatic Stress Disorder study: A-EMDR
Official title Efficacy of an EMDR App for PTSD and SUD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07146633
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether an app for eye movement therapy works well. It also checks if the app is easy to use for this group.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have PTSD and a substance use disorder.
- What's involved
- You would use a new app for eye movement therapy. This method helps your brain process hard memories.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not say how long the study lasts or what visits are needed.
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
- Aged 18-years old or older
- Fluent in English
- Diagnosed with PTSD by the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5 past month version score \>32)
- Diagnosed with past-year substance use disorder other than caffeine by structured clinical interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5)
- Agrees not to participate in other treatments during the study duration (e.g., mindfulness, yoga, biofeedback, self-hypnosis or tai chi) except...
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosis of a severe or unstable mental illness that precludes safe participation in the study by a healthcare practitioner such as acute psychosis...
- Current suicidality risk as indicated during the conduct of the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) (21) with concurrence after a study...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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 Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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