Plain-English translation of NCT06990191 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a new approach to PTSD treatment for post-9/11 veterans called Partner-Assisted Prolonged Exposure. Instead of attending therapy alone, you would have your committed partner join you in weekly treatment sessions. The goal is to help you recover more fully from PTSD by having your partner learn how to support your healing and by working together on trauma-related concerns.
Standard PTSD therapy helps many people, but about 40% of veterans still struggle with symptoms after treatment, and many quit therapy early. Research shows that when loved ones are involved and supportive, veterans do better in treatment and get more lasting relief from their symptoms.
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You and your committed partner would attend weekly therapy sessions together as part of your PTSD treatment. Your partner would learn strategies to support you and help coach you through exposure exercises at home, while a therapist helps you both work through trauma-related concerns as a team. The study compares this partner-involved approach to standard therapy done alone to see which helps veterans recover better.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 2, 2026 · Not medical advice
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