Status:

COMPLETED

Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Lead Sponsor:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Collaborating Sponsors:

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Conditions:

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-75 years

Phase:

PHASE2

PHASE3

Brief Summary

This study will evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral couples therapy designed for post-traumatic stress disorder in reducing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and in improving r...

Detailed Description

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a highly prevalent and disabling disorder that affects about 7.7 million adults in the United States. PTSD can develop after someone experiences a particularly...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Current diagnosis of PTSD
  • An intimate partner willing to participate in treatment

Exclusion

  • Both partners have PTSD
  • Either partner with substance dependence not in remission for at least 3 months before study entry, current uncontrolled bipolar or psychotic disorder, or severe cognitive impairment
  • Couple currently experiencing severe intimate aggression or a desire to separate or end their intimate relationship

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

August 1 2008

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

June 1 2012

Estimated Enrollment :

80 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00669981

Start Date

August 1 2008

End Date

June 1 2012

Last Update

November 26 2013

Active Locations (2)

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VA Boston Healthcare System

Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02130

2

Ryerson University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2K3