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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Clinical Trial in Los Angeles, CA

Access cutting-edge post traumatic stress disorder treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Los Angeles. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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  • Local to Los Angeles

    Convenient for CA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Los Angeles site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Study in Los Angeles

The goal of this clinical trial is to develop a new behavioral treatment for U.S. combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), very brief exposure to combat-related stimuli. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. How does Very Brief Exposure (combat images and control everyday images) and Visible Exposure to combat stimuli affect brain activity and subjective fear ratings? 2. To what extent are participants aware of the stimuli presented and tolerating the exposures? All participants will view both very brief exposure and visible exposure to combat stimuli in the functional magnetic brain imaging (fMRI) scan. They will provide ratings of fear, awareness, and tolerability. Researchers will compare U.S. combat veterans with PTSD and healthy controls to confirm differences in brain region activation and ratings.

Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patient Population
Males and females ages 18-50
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5) diagnosis of PTSD
Traumatic event is a combat-based experience (e.g., being injured, watching a buddy be killed)
Minimum score of 18 on the Combat Experience Scale (CES)
Minimum score of 3 or more on Primary Care (PC)-PTSD-5
Participants with other cooccurring psychiatric disorders (e.g., anxiety, ADHD) will be included to ensure a representative sample. Healthy Population • Males and Females, ages 18-50

Exclusion Criteria

Patient Population
Treatment for PTSD, substance abuse, or mental health concerns in the past 6 months
10 or more years since the combat trauma
Acute intoxication
Severe level of Substance Dependence (6 or more DSM-V symptoms)
Prior diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorders
Current or past psychotic disorders or active psychotic symptoms
Current Bipolar I Disorder
Neurological or serious medical conditions (e.g., stroke, epilepsy/ seizure disorder, cancer, Lupus, HIV+);
Traumatic brain injury Healthy Population
Ferromagnetic implants (e.g., pacemaker), metal braces, retainers, tattoos or permanent make up w/ metallic content, transdermal medicinal patches that cannot be removed
Neurological or serious medical conditions (e.g., stroke, epilepsy/ seizure disorder, cancer, Lupus, HIV+);
Lifetime Diagnosis of PTSD, Tourette's Syndrome, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Dependence, Eating Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, a psychotic disorder, Acute Stress Disorder
Lifetime history of traumatic event defined as a life-threatening event involving physical attack, guns, fire or explosion (i.e the kinds of traumatic events combat veterans are likely to experience)
Traumatic Brain Injury
Birth at less than 37 weeks gestational age
Claustrophobia
Anxiety Disorder, Mood Disorder, Substance Abuse Disorder, Adjustment Disorder in past 2 years
Treatment for mental health concern in past 2 years
Pregnant Females

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Los Angeles?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06218381) has an active research site in Los Angeles, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment Options in Los Angeles, CA

If you're searching for post traumatic stress disorder treatment options in Los Angeles, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06218381) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Los Angeles research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced post traumatic stress disorder specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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