RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT03803332

A Trial Comparing Interpersonal Therapy to Exposure Therapy for PTSD Due to Military Sexual Trauma (MST) in Male and Female Military Personnel

A Non-Inferiority Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Comparing Interpersonal Therapy to Exposure Therapy for PTSD Consequent to Military Sexual Trauma


Sponsor

Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Enrollment

208 participants

Start Date

Mar 9, 2020

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare two kinds of therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): exposure therapy (ET) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). The results of this study will allow us to see if IPT and ET are equally effective in treating PTSD due to Military Sexual Trauma, with the long-term goal of making PTSD treatment effective for as many people as possible.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 85 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial is comparing two types of therapy for PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) specifically caused by military sexual trauma (MST): Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), which focuses on improving relationships and communication, versus Exposure Therapy (PE), which involves gradually confronting trauma-related memories in a safe setting. **You may be eligible if...** - You are an English-speaking military veteran or service member - You experienced military sexual trauma (sexual violence or threats during service) - You have been diagnosed with PTSD related to MST, with a significant symptom score - You are medically stable enough to participate **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your PTSD is not primarily related to military sexual trauma - Your PTSD symptom score is below the required minimum - You are currently in an unstable psychiatric or medical crisis - You are currently receiving another form of trauma-focused therapy Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALExposure Therapy

Psychotherapy including imaginal and in vivo exposure for PTSD.

BEHAVIORALInterpersonal Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy that focuses on the effects of PTSD on current interpersonal functioning.


Locations(1)

Weill Cornell Medicine

New York, New York, United States

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