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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders Clinical Trial in San Diego, CA

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

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to San Diego

    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.

Simple Process

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

About This Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders Study in San Diego

The proposed study will test whether a working memory training (WMT) program improves fear extinction learning and its underlying neural circuitry in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). WMT is designed to improves the ability to maintain task-relevant information in mind. The project will further validate the relationship between working memory and fear extinction using novel computational and multivariate analyses that link to specific PTSD symptoms. If WMT can enhance fear extinction learning, then WMT may be a powerful adjunctive treatment that can enhance exposure therapy outcomes or be leveraged as a stand-alone treatment. This project supports the Department of Veteran Affairs mission of developing viable targets of treatment for Veterans with PTSD.

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Fluent in English
Meet current DSM-5 criteria for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Are willing to attend 8 total remote sessions of working memory training over course of four weeks
Are willing to attend MRI scans pre and post working memory training
4-week stability on pharmacological and psychosocial treatments

Exclusion Criteria

A lifetime history of psychotic disorders, lifetime history of bipolar disorder
Past-year severe substance use and severe alcohol use disorder. Mild-to-moderate alcohol use disorder will be allowed to enhance generalizability in our sample due to the high comorbidity of alcohol use and PTSD
History of any neurological disorder that might be associated with cognitive dysfunction (e.g., cerebrovascular accident, intracranial surgery, aneurysm, seizure disorder)
Acute suicidality requiring immediate clinical intervention
Moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, mild to moderate levels of TBI (mTBI) will be included.
Receiving benzodiazepines or medications with anticholinergic effects that may affect fear learning measures
Inability to safely complete fMRI session (i.e., metal in body, medical implants)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in San Diego?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06629064) has an active research site in San Diego, 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 Disorders Treatment Options in San Diego, CA

If you're searching for post-traumatic stress disorders treatment options in San Diego, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06629064) 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 San Diego research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced post-traumatic stress disorders 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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