Testing a three-week relaxation and trauma healing program for trauma survivors with serious mental illness

This trial is testing a treatment called BREATHE—which stands for Brief Relaxation, Education, And Trauma HEaling. The program is designed specifically for people in Botswana who have both serious mental illness (like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) and post-traumatic stress disorder. Researchers want to see whether this three-week program helps reduce trauma symptoms, anxiety, and depression.

Many people living with serious mental illness also experience trauma, but existing treatments may not address both conditions together. This trial is testing whether a culturally adapted program can help people heal from trauma in a way that works for their community and their unique needs.