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Identifying the Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Trauma-Exposed Children and Adolescents and Examining Related Factors
Led by Istanbul University · Updated on 2025-04-09
120
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
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What this Trial Is About
This research aims to study children and adolescents aged 7 to 18 who have experienced trauma and are attending the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry outpatient clinic. The study investigates the prevalence of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (CPTSD) in this group. It also compares clinical features among those without PTSD, those with PTSD, and those with CPTSD, while examining their trauma history and the severity of anxiety and depression in both children and their parents. Additionally, the study seeks to translate and assess the International Trauma Questionnaire - Child and Adolescent Version into Turkish, as no such scale currently exists in the country for CPTSD assessment in children. Participants include children and adolescents identified by their doctors as having experienced trauma. Their parents and the children themselves will complete various assessments and questionnaires related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and childhood experiences. Clinicians will conduct interviews and specific clinical assessments based on ICD-11 and DSM-5 criteria. Volunteers will also complete computer-based Emotion Recognition and Differentiation Tests. Diagnoses made during the study will be shared with the child's physician with permission, and treatment will continue as per standard guidelines at the clinic. Throughout the study, parents will fill out forms on anxiety, depression, childhood experiences, and behavioral strengths and difficulties. Children will complete trauma and stress-related questionnaires and tests. Clinical interviews and global assessments will be conducted by clinicians. Data analysis is planned after the study start date in January 2025, with completion expected by June 2025. The main outcomes measured include the prevalence of CPTSD, differences among diagnostic groups, and the adaptation of the trauma questionnaire into Turkish. Participants will be monitored within the outpatient clinic setting during the study period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Prevalence of Complex PTSD in Trauma-Exposed Children-Adolescents and Related Factors
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Having been exposed to at least one traumatic event
- Being between the ages of 7 and 18
- The child and/or their parents (or caregivers) having adequate literacy and Turkish communication skills
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of psychotic or manic symptoms in the child or parent during the interview or any condition that makes interview and assessment impossible
- Refusal of the child or parent to participate in the study
- Presence of autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability at a severity that prevents assessment
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 1 day
Participants complete various clinical interviews and assessments to evaluate trauma exposure, PTSD, and related psychological factors.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 6 months
Participants who are trauma-exposed children and adolescents are observed while receiving routine mental health care according to current guidelines.
Follow-up visits as part of routine care
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Istanbul, Fatih, Turkey (Türkiye), 34116
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Research Team
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Beyza N Karal, MD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
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