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Behavioral Intervention

Guided Imagery for PTSD (PTSD Trial)

N/A

Waitlist Available

Research Sponsored by Nova Southeastern University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

PTSD diagnosis (ICD 10: F43.1)

18 to 99 years old

Must not have

Males

Above 99 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 6 weeks

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

"This trial will study the effects of guided imagery mindfulness on PTSD symptoms in adult women. Participants will undergo pre and post-tests to measure their PTSD symptoms before and after 6 weeks of guided imagery mindfulness sessions

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adult women who have been diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). They should be willing to participate in guided imagery mindfulness sessions once a week for six weeks and complete pre- and post-tests to measure their PTSD symptoms.

What is being tested?

The study aims to determine the effectiveness of guided imagery, a type of mindfulness exercise, on reducing the severity of PTSD symptoms in women. Participants will undergo this intervention weekly and have their symptom levels measured using PCL-5 scores before and after the treatment period.

What are the potential side effects?

Guided imagery is generally considered safe but may cause emotional discomfort or distress if it brings up past traumatic experiences during sessions. It's important that participants are monitored for any adverse reactions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I have been diagnosed with PTSD.

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I am between 18 and 99 years old.

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I do not experience hallucinations that affect my hearing or sight.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I am male.

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I am over 99 years old.

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I am under 18 years old.

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I experience hallucinations that involve both seeing and hearing things.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 6 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~6 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Change from Baseline PTSD Symptom Severity Using PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) Scores at 6 weeks

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Guided Imagery MindfulnessExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), such as guided imagery, emerge as promising alternatives for managing PTSD. Mindfulness necessitates participant training to maintain present awareness amidst wandering thoughts, fostering an attitude of non-judgmental acceptance towards thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness encourages, being present in the moment and supports emotional control.

Treatment

First Studied

Drug Approval Stage

How many patients have taken this drug

Guided Imagery

2010

N/A

~960

0 / 7Eligibility criteria met