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CompletedNCT01681628

Effectiveness of thought Field Therapy Provided by Newly Instructed Community Workers to a Traumatized Population in PTSD

This study is completed in Uganda. It is testing thought Field Therapy Provided by Newly Instructed Community Workers to a Traumatized Population for PTSD.

PTSDBehavioralOver 18 Years
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In plain English

Key information made simple

What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether Thought Field Therapy. may be useful for adults experiencing ptsd.

What would participation involve?

Participants may take part in Thought Field Therapy., complete questionnaires or follow-up assessments, attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group. The registry lists locations in Uganda.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with ptsd.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about how many sessions are required and who delivers them, whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record does not clearly describe the visit format, so the practical details are best checked directly in the source. Participation appears to involve study activities and follow-up chosen by the research team. The main fit and exclusions are best confirmed in the eligibility section of the official record. The phase details are not clearly stated here.

Before joining

Questions to ask before joining

Study clarity

Things to check before joining

Study start dateNot clearly listed
Recruitment status
Completed
Estimated enrollment
256
Sponsor
Thought Field Therapy Foundation (UK) Ltd
Sponsor type
Non-profit organization
Study type
Behavioral
Intervention type
Psychotherapy / behavioral intervention
Study phase
Not clearly listed
Locations
Uganda
Age range
Over 18 Years
Official registry ID
NCT01681628
Official title
Effectiveness of Thought Field Therapy Provided by Newly Instructed Community Workers to a Traumatized Population in Uganda: A Randomised Trial
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In practice

For you

Taking part may help test a support approach in real life.

It requires regular follow-up, often through questionnaires or interviews.

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

Based on the public registry summary, this study is trying to understand: Thought Field Therapy (TFT) is a simple technique that involves tapping on points of the body corresponding to the meridians used in acupuncture. By using specific sequences, TFT can be used to treat a variety of psychological problems. Patients can be taught to treat. The study team can confirm the exact objective and what it means for you.

What is a behavioral study?

This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving Thought Field Therapy.. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.

Who might this study be for?

This study may concern people with ptsd; age range: Over 18 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.

What would I likely need to do?

You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?

Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.

Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

Who is behind this study?

This study is sponsored by Thought Field Therapy Foundation (UK) Ltd, which appears to be a non-profit organization. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

Can I still join this study?

The registry indicates that this study is completed. It may still be useful for understanding the research, but you are unlikely to be able to join. The registry lists an estimated enrollment of 256 participants.

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