Cognitive Training for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Effects on Cognitive, Emotional, and Brain Function

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Conditions studied: Posttraumatic Stress Disorders

In brief

The purpose of this pilot study is to determine the effects of computer-based training in executive functioning compared to word games on cognitive and emotional aspects of combat-related PTSD.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT01644851

Run by

University of Missouri, Kansas City

People needed

40

Starts

2012-07-01

Expected to finish

2015-07-01

Last updated by the study team

2014-12-08

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 45. Sex: male. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• combat veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, or Operation New Dawn

You may not qualify if…

• enrolled in other active treatment protocols
• current substance abuse or dependence
• current suicidal ideation
• diagnosis of a neurological disorder
• history of moderate to severe traumatic brain injury

Where it is running

• Univesity of Missouri - Kansas City — Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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