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NCT06806267
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Study of the Effectiveness of VRET Combined With tDCS in the Treatment of PTSD in Ukrainian Veterans and Civilians

Sponsor: Malek Bajbouj

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Summary

A new method is being tested to assist individuals in Ukraine with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including veterans and civilians affected by war. The study is a collaboration among Ukrainian healthcare institutions and the Charité Berlin. What is PTSD? PTSD can occur after a distressing or traumatic experience, such as exposure to war. It can result in persistent negative memories, nightmares, heightened nervousness, or avoidance of reminders associated with the event. Purpose of the Study Two innovative treatments for PTSD are being tested: 1. Virtual Reality Therapy: This approach uses specialized goggles to create a safe and realistic virtual environment where individuals can confront memories and process emotions with guidance from a therapist. 2. Brain Stimulation Therapy (tDCS): This method applies a gentle electrical current to the scalp to support improved emotional regulation by the brain. The study aims to determine whether combining these two treatments is more effective than using virtual reality therapy alone. Participant Involvement Participants will: * Attend 10 therapy sessions over several weeks. * Use virtual reality goggles to engage with safe scenarios related to their memories, guided by a therapist. * Potentially receive brain stimulation therapy during some virtual reality sessions. * Learn relaxation techniques to help manage stress and enhance emotional control. Potential Benefits for Participants * These treatments may reduce symptoms such as intrusive memories, anxiety, and depression. * Participants may experience increased calmness, resilience, and improved ability to manage daily life. This study also has the potential to advance PTSD treatment methods for others in the future.

Official title: Study of the Effectiveness of Virtual Exposure Therapy (VRET) in Combination With Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) in the Treatment of Veterans and Civilians With PTSD in Wartime Ukraine

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - 75 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

514

Start Date

2025-04-22

Completion Date

2027-06-30

Last Updated

2026-02-13

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

DEVICE

Virtual reality exposure therapy

Exposure therapy applied through virtual reality goggles, controlled by a clinician

DEVICE

transcranial direct current stimulation

transcranial direct current stimulation applied to the vmpfc, 2mA

BEHAVIORAL

Imaginal exposure therapy

Imaginal exposure therapy

Locations (1)

Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Berlin, Germany