Culturally-adapted treatment for Complex PTSD in urban Egypt
Complex-Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Urban Egypt: Pilot Testing of a Culturally-adapted Evidence-Based Treatment Manual and Development of a Culture-specific Diagnostic
This study is testing a new therapy designed specifically for people in urban Egypt with Complex PTSD to see if it helps them feel better and is acceptable to use.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Lausanne Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06464432 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to culturally adapt and pilot test a therapeutic manual for treating Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) in urban Egypt. It focuses on integrating culture-specific symptoms and structural factors affecting mental health, such as economic and social inequalities. The study will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and initial clinical outcomes of the adapted treatment and a diagnostic module for CPTSD among Egyptian adults with a history of severe trauma.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Egyptian adults aged 18 and older who have experienced severe and prolonged trauma and screen positive for CPTSD.
Not a fit: Patients at imminent risk of suicide, those with psychotic symptoms, or severe substance abuse issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective and culturally relevant treatment for individuals suffering from Complex PTSD in Egypt.
How similar studies have performed: While there is growing interest in culturally-adapted interventions for PTSD, this specific approach in the context of urban Egypt is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Egyptian * 18 years of age or older * Literate, can give written or oral consent * History of severe and/or prolonged trauma, and screen positive for CPTSD * Reside in any other major city Exclusion Criteria: * Imminent risk of suicide, psychotic symptoms, and/or severe alcohol and/or drug abuse * Have been in therapy before (i.e., completed more than 5-10 sessions of psychotherapy)
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- The American University in Cairo — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nadine Hosny, MSc
- Email: nadine.hosny@unil.ch
- Phone: +41766380067
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.