Improving memory and learning in therapy for PTSD
Enhancing Memory and Learning in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
This study is looking at ways to help people with PTSD remember what they learn during therapy by adding some memory-boosting techniques to their treatment, so they can get even more benefit from their sessions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11064094 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance memory and learning during Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for individuals with PTSD. It aims to integrate a Memory Support (MS) intervention into CPT to help patients better encode, consolidate, and retrieve the information learned during therapy. The study will first adapt the therapy to include MS techniques and then conduct a pilot trial comparing the effectiveness of CPT with and without the Memory Support intervention. By focusing on improving memory related to therapy content, the research seeks to enhance treatment outcomes for patients suffering from PTSD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with PTSD who are undergoing Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have PTSD or those who are not engaged in Cognitive Processing Therapy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment outcomes for patients with PTSD by enhancing their ability to remember and apply what they learn in therapy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in integrating memory support techniques into cognitive therapies for other conditions, suggesting potential for positive outcomes in this study.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carpenter, Joseph Kevin — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Carpenter, Joseph Kevin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.