PTSD Trial, Recruiting

Written by an AI model from ClinicalTrials.gov eligibility criteria and checked on a sample basis. Please confirm against the original criteria.

Who might be able to join this trial:

For people with PTSD:

• You are a man or woman between the ages of 18 and 50
• You have been officially diagnosed with PTSD according to standard diagnostic guidelines (DSM-5)
• Your PTSD is connected to a combat-based experience, such as being injured in combat or witnessing the death of a fellow soldier
• You score at least 18 on a scale measuring combat experiences (confirm with trial site)
• You score 3 or more on a short PTSD screening questionnaire used in primary care (confirm with trial site)
• You may still be eligible if you have other mental health conditions such as anxiety or ADHD

For healthy volunteers (no PTSD):

• You are a man or woman between the ages of 18 and 50

Who may not be able to join:

For people with PTSD:

• You have received treatment for PTSD, substance use, or any mental health concern in the past 6 months
• It has been 10 or more years since your combat trauma occurred
• You are currently under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• You have a severe level of substance dependence (confirm with trial site)
• You have a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder
• You have a current or past diagnosis of a psychotic disorder, or are currently experiencing psychotic symptoms
• You currently have Bipolar I Disorder
• You have dementia
• You have a serious neurological or medical condition, such as stroke, epilepsy, cancer, Lupus, or HIV
• You have had a traumatic brain injury

For healthy volunteers:

• You have any metal implants in your body, such as a pacemaker, metal braces, retainers, tattoos or permanent makeup containing metal, or medicated skin patches that cannot be removed
• You have a serious neurological or medical condition, such as stroke, epilepsy, cancer, Lupus, or HIV
• You have ever been diagnosed with PTSD, Tourette's Syndrome, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Dependence, an Eating Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, a psychotic disorder, or Acute Stress Disorder
• You have ever experienced a life-threatening event involving physical attack, guns, fire, or explosion
• You have had a traumatic brain injury
• You were born prematurely, before 37 weeks of pregnancy
• You experience claustrophobia (fear of enclosed spaces)
• You have had an anxiety disorder, mood disorder, substance use disorder, or adjustment disorder in the past 2 years
• You have received treatment for any mental health concern in the past 2 years
• You are currently pregnant

Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.