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Art Therapy for Anger

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Recruiting
Led By Chandler Rhodes, PhD
Research Sponsored by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Be between 18 and 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up week 10
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Study Summary

This trial is testing the effects of art therapy on posttraumatic stress in military service members.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for active duty or veteran military personnel who have been separated within the last 5 years and are experiencing significant posttraumatic stress symptoms. They must be eligible for DEERS and score at least 31 on the PCL-5 scale. People with certain medical conditions, metal implants, severe brain injuries, substance use disorders, psychotic disorders, or those unable to consent are not eligible.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests how art therapy affects emotional expression and regulation in service members with posttraumatic symptoms. Participants will attend ten sessions over twelve weeks including interviews, self-assessment questionnaires, MRI scans before and after therapy sessions, and tasks involving exposure to various images during MRI.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Art therapy is generally considered safe but may bring up strong emotions or memories related to trauma which can be distressing. The MRI procedure might cause discomfort for some due to its enclosed nature or loud noises.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~week 10
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and week 10 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
The Measure is analysis of functional neuroimaging metrics
Secondary outcome measures
General Self Efficacy Scale (GSES)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7)
Moral Injury Events Scale (MIES)
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Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Art Therapy ArmExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
8 weeks of individual art therapy
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Art Therapy
2016
Completed Phase 2
~750

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Walter Reed National Military Medical CenterLead Sponsor
137 Previous Clinical Trials
34,463 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Anger
9 Patients Enrolled for Anger
Chandler Rhodes, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorWRNMMC

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What criteria must be fulfilled to participate in this experiment?

"Up to 25 individuals aged 18-64 with cervicogenic headaches may join this research project, provided that they are DEERS Eligible and either currently enlisted or were in service within the past 5 years. Additionally, applicants must have substantial posttraumatic stress symptoms (as evidenced by PCL-5 scores of 31 or higher)."

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Is the age cutoff for this research limited to those above 25 years old?

"In compliance with the stated prerequisites, applicants must fall between 18 and 64 years old to be considered for inclusion in this medical trial."

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Is there currently an enrollment period for this research experiment?

"As per details available on clinicaltrials.gov, this research study is actively seeking out participants. The experiment was initially published on February 1st 2022 and the latest update occurred June 14th 2022."

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What is the total enrollment cap for this clinical trial?

"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov data reveals that this medical examination, first posted on February 1st 2022 is currently seeking participants. A total of 25 patients must be recruited from a single research facility."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Texas
Maryland
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
National Intrepid Center of Excellence
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Art Therapy and Emotional Well Being in Military Populations With Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms
2022. "Art Therapy and Emotional Well Being in Military Populations With Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05414708.
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