Trial reportPsychology and psychotherapy2025
A qualitative study exploring children and young people's experiences of cognitive therapy for PTSD delivered within the context of a randomised controlled trial.
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- A qualitative study exploring children and young people's experiences of cognitive therapy for PTSD delivered within the context of a randomised controlled trial.Psychology and psychotherapy · 2025Trial
- A pragmatic randomized controlled trial of cognitive therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents exposed to multiple traumatic stressors: the DECRYPT trial.World psychiatry : official journal of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) · 2025Article
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES AND
designThis qualitative study aimed to explore the treatment experiences of children and young people with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms, participating in a randomised controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of Cognitive-Therapy for PTSD (CT-PTSD).
methodsThirteen participants aged between 12 and 18 years old, who had all experienced multiple trauma and had undertaken CT-PTSD, were interviewed.
resultsUsing thematic analysis, three key themes were identified: 'Desire for difference', 'Journey of becoming able to talk about trauma' and 'Positive changes and increased ability to cope'. Prior to the study, participants described experiencing difficult emotions and avoided talking about their traumatic experiences. Participants reported wanting to get the right help and valued the opportunity to help others. Talking about trauma during treatment was perceived as difficult and emotionally draining, however participants reported a sense of relief and that it became easier over time, helping them to make sense of their traumatic experiences. This was facilitated by the therapeutic relationship, their involvement in decision making and the use of written tasks. All participants reported positive changes, both in themselves and in their ability to talk to others about their traumatic experiences.
conclusionEngaging in CT-PTSD and talking about traumatic experiences can be empowering for young people and allows them the opportunity to process their trauma leading to increased ability to cope.
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