Understanding psychotherapy changes in traumatized teenagers

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the perceptions of adolescents aged 12 to 18 with post-traumatic stress disorder regarding their psychotherapy experiences. It focuses on the complexity of trauma in young people, considering various factors such as the type of trauma, developmental impact, and social contexts. Through semi-structured interviews and validated questionnaires, the study seeks to identify key elements that contribute to therapeutic change, including the therapeutic alliance and patient experiences. The findings aim to enhance psychotherapeutic management tailored to the unique needs of traumatized adolescents.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Teenagers :

* Teenagers from 12 to 18 years old
* Post-traumatic stress disorder (DSM Criteria 5 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
* Consultant at the Maison de Solenn (Maison des Adolescents)
* Affiliated to a social security scheme

Parents : parents of adolescents followed at the MDA and agreeing to participate in the study

Professionals: providing psychotherapeutic follow-up for adolescents at the MDa

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refusal of the adolescent and/or his/her family (if applicable) to participate in the study,
* Adults (all groups combined): under guardianship or curatorship, under judicial protection

Where it's running

• University Hospital Cochin, Maison des Adolescents - Youth Department, F-75014 Paris, France
  Paris, Idf, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Sevan Minassian, MD — University Hospital Cochin, Maison des Adolescents - Youth Department, F-75014 Paris, France
• Study coordinator: Sevan Minassian, MD
• Email: sevan.minassian@aphp.fr
• Phone: 00 33 1 58 41 24 29

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.