Blended Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy With Compassion for Adolescents With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: Protocol for a Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial in Northern Sweden

JMIR Res Protoc. 2026 Jul 15;15:e92270. doi: 10.2196/92270.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects up to 25% of trauma-exposed adolescents; yet, access to evidence-based treatment remains limited in rural regions. Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is the first-line intervention, but structural barriers such as long travel distances and therapist shortages hinder implementation. Digital …

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The effects of a hybrid trauma-informed acceptance and commitment therapy intervention on stress and trauma symptoms among college students

J Am Coll Health. 2026 Jul 16:1-12. doi: 10.1080/07448481.2026.2692541. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTObjective: This secondary analysis of a randomized controlled pilot trial examined whether a brief, hybrid trauma-informed acceptance and commitment therapy intervention, Present and Open for Values (POV), improved perceived stress, posttraumatic stress symptoms, and self-compassion among college students relative …

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Outcome measurement in trauma-informed care education across healthcare settings: A scoping review

Glob Ment Health (Camb). 2026 Jul 23;13:e164. doi: 10.1017/gmh.2026.10277. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTAs trauma-informed care (TIC) becomes more integrated into healthcare systems, consistent and meaningful evaluation remains limited. Educational interventions are central to implementation, yet outcome measures vary widely. This scoping review systematically mapped outcome measures used to evaluate TIC educational interventions in …

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Trauma-Informed Care: An Investigation Into Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Among Genetic Counselors

J Genet Couns. 2026 Aug;35(4):e70273. doi: 10.1002/jgc4.70273.ABSTRACTTrauma-informed care (TIC) emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma and integrating this knowledge into patient engagement and treatment. Implementing TIC in genetic counseling practice has the potential to enhance patient-clinician relationships, improve patient outcomes, and reduce the risk of retraumatization. This study assessed …

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Slow Trauma: Reframing Concepts of Moral Injury in Trauma-Informed Ethics Consultation

J Clin Ethics. 2026 Fall;37(3):222-230. doi: 10.1086/741885. Epub 2026 Aug 12.ABSTRACTAbstractAn emerging area of interest in healthcare ethics consultation (HEC) is the potential for moral injury and trauma to surrogate decision makers (SDMs). Introduced by Anani, Lanphier, and Fiester, trauma-informed ethics consultation (TIEC) recognizes that these encounters frequently involve exigent circumstances and …

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Systematic review of trauma informed care model use and trauma specific treatment in U.S. inpatient psychiatric settings

Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 2026 Aug 5;102:155-166. doi: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2026.08.003. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) experience disproportionately high rates of trauma exposure and trauma-related symptoms relative to the general population, yet many receive treatment in acute psychiatric settings that may inadvertently contribute to replication of traumatic …

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The role of reduced sense of isolation in group-format PTSD treatment

Sci Rep. 2026 Jul 18. doi: 10.1038/s41598-026-62570-8. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTWith increasing application of group-based interventions for PTSD, more research is needed on what might contribute to the therapeutic effects of group-based interventions. This study conducted secondary analyses with data from a previous randomized controlled trial, which compared …

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Metacognitive therapy in post-traumatic stress disorder: A meta- analysis

Dusunen Adam. 2024 Mar 25;37(1):44-53. doi: 10.14744/DAJPNS.2024.00236. eCollection 2024 Mar.ABSTRACTThe metacognitive model of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) proposes that the natural emotional processing following a traumatic event may be impaired due to the negative effects (thoughts and emotions) related to the trauma and its memory. Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) is increasingly being …

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Silence is golden: Documenting the speech production of participants and support providers in psilocybin administration sessions for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder

J Psychopharmacol. 2026 Jul 16:2698811261464988. doi: 10.1177/02698811261464988. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: When administered alongside monitoring and support, psilocybin has shown promise in the treatment of multiple psychiatric conditions. However, the contribution and nature of participant support in the context of psychedelic trials are much debated.AIMS: We sought to further illustrate the …

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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Literature Review

Cureus. 2026 Jun 16;18(6):e110949. doi: 10.7759/cureus.110949. eCollection 2026 Jun.ABSTRACTThis structured narrative literature review examined current evidence on the identification and management of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related symptoms in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Literature was identified through searches of PubMed, PsycINFO, and Google Scholar, focusing on …

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Body dysmorphic disorder symptom severity and intimate partner violence: the role of PTSD and DSO symptom domains

Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2026 Dec;17(1):2692770. doi: 10.1080/20008066.2026.2692770. Epub 2026 Jul 17.ABSTRACTBackground: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is common among survivors of interpersonal trauma. However, the relationship between BDD symptoms and intimate partner violence (IPV), as well as the roles of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom domains and disturbances in self-organization (DSO) symptom domains, remain …

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Self-managed Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches for Chronic Pain and PTSD: An Umbrella Review

J Gen Intern Med. 2026 Jul 16. doi: 10.1007/s11606-026-10613-1. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have shared, often overlapping pathophysiology. Treatment options include complementary and integrative health (CIH) interventions, which have been summarized in numerous systematic reviews and meta-analyses (SR/MAs).OBJECTIVE: This …

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Symptom networks of therapy-seeking individuals with comorbid psychosis and PTSD

Psychol Med. 2026 Jul 28;56:e239. doi: 10.1017/S0033291726104978.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Post-traumatic sequelae are theorized to contribute to and maintain psychotic symptoms. The relative contribution of core posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and those of complex PTSD are understudied. Network analysis was used to examine interactions between psychosis, core PTSD, and complex post-traumatic symptoms. …

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Advancing PTSD-Substance Use Comorbidity Treatment Research Through Applying FAIR and FACT Data Science Frameworks in Project Harmony

J Stud Alcohol Drugs. 2026 Jul 27. doi: 10.15288/jsad.26-00098. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: Posttraumatic stress (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment research has been hampered by heterogeneous measures, inconsistent reporting, and sensitive data governance constraints that limit data synthesis and clinical translation. This manuscript describes how integrating FAIR (Findable, …

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Remediation of intrusive symptoms of PTSD in fewer than five sessions: a 30-person pre-pilot study of the RTM Protocol

J Mil Veteran Fam Health. 2024 Sep 16;10(4-EN):10-17. doi: 10.3138/jmvfh-0718-0005. eCollection 2024 Sep 1.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: The Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) Protocol is a brief non-traumatizing intervention for the intrusive symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is supported by nearly 25 years of anecdotal and clinical reports. This study reports the …

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"I've Done My Research": Psychedelics, PTSD, and the Therapeutic Alliance

Focus (Am Psychiatr Publ). 2026 Apr;24(2):195-198. doi: 10.1176/appi.focus.20260003. Epub 2026 Apr 4.NO ABSTRACTPMID:42538891 | PMC:PMC13337351 | DOI:10.1176/appi.focus.20260003

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Optimal screening selection rates for post-traumatic stress disorder and the impact of social stigma

Health Care Manag Sci. 2026 Aug 3;29(3):38. doi: 10.1007/s10729-026-09769-3.ABSTRACTRecent interest in optimizing diagnostic thresholds for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) screening tools is motivated by the need to improve diagnostic accuracy and facilitate early treatment of PTSD within high-risk populations. However, existing approaches focus on diagnostic accuracy without considering …

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Latent Profiles of Big Five Personality Traits in First Responders: Associations with PTSD, Psychological Distress, Social Support, Attachment, and Emotion Regulation Strategies

J Trauma Dissociation. 2026 Aug 5:1-16. doi: 10.1080/15299732.2026.2713774. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTFirst responders are routinely exposed to trauma, elevating risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related psychological difficulties. Personality traits influence adjustment through appraisals, emotion regulation, attachment, and social support; however, their role in this population is understudied. A sample …

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Childhood betrayal trauma, psychopathic traits, and PTSD symptomology: The role of ambiguity tolerance, distress tolerance, and impulse control difficulties

Psychol Trauma. 2026 Aug 6. doi: 10.1037/tra0002237. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: Childhood betrayal trauma has been linked to divergent outcomes such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and psychopathic traits. Although these outcomes are often conceptualized as functional opposites, their co-occurrence suggests common underlying mechanisms. This study examined whether distress tolerance, ambiguity …

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The role of intelligence in PTSD treatment outcomes: evidence from a multicenter TF-CBT trial with youth

Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health. 2026 Jul 31;20(1):104. doi: 10.1186/s13034-026-01149-7.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Cognitive ability has been linked to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) vulnerability and may influence trauma-focused treatment response, yet its role in youth Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) outcomes remains unclear. Clarifying this issue is relevant for equitable access …

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Does time matter? The temporal relationship between peritraumatic reactions and post-traumatic stress disorder: parallel-process latent growth curve model

BJPsych Open. 2026 Aug 12;12(5):e215. doi: 10.1192/bjo.2026.12077.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Peritraumatic dissociation and distress are among the most frequently studied early correlates of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), yet their temporal role following large-scale disasters remains insufficiently understood.AIMS: This study examined the temporal relationship between peritraumatic dissociation, peritraumatic distress and PTSD symptoms across 3 …

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Making a case for using MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for borderline personality disorder and complex PTSD: a descriptive systematic review of the literature

Ther Adv Psychopharmacol. 2026 Jul 7;16:20451253251408626. doi: 10.1177/20451253251408626. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)-assisted psychotherapy (MDMA-AP) has demonstrated considerable efficacy in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD and complex PTSD (CPTSD) frequently co-occur with borderline personality disorder (BPD), a complex disorder marked by emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties and abandonment fears - often accompanied by …

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Treatment of dissociation in borderline personality disorder with dissociative identity disorder and complex post-traumatic stress disorder: A clinical case

Sante Ment Que. 2026 Spring;51(1):233-243.ABSTRACTWe describe the trajectory of a 24-year-old woman with a history of borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex trauma who presented with significant dissociative episodes. The initial assessment-including a psychiatric interview, the use of standardized measures (PCL-5, CAPS-5), and collateral information gathering-identified complex post-traumatic-stress disorder (…

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Aggravation and contextual modulation of obsessive-compulsive symptoms during attempts at community reintegration in a man with a psychotic disorder and complex post-traumatic stress disorder: A case report

Sante Ment Que. 2026 Spring;51(1):219-231.ABSTRACTThis case report describes the clinical course of an adult man followed in forensic and community psychiatry, presenting a complex history of a psychotic disorder, developmental trauma, severe polysubstance use, and prolonged social marginalization. The originality of this case lies in the progressive emergence of …

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Complex PTSD symptom trajectories in trauma-exposed adolescents: a five-year longitudinal study

Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2026 Dec;17(1):2705022. doi: 10.1080/20008066.2026.2705022. Epub 2026 Aug 10.ABSTRACTABSTRACTBackground: Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom profile, prevalence, and risk factors have been studied in various populations across the lifespan. However, the longitudinal course of complex PTSD symptoms is unknown.Objective: The current study aimed to investigate the ICD-11 PTSD and complex …

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Clinicians' experiences in diagnosing and treating complex post-traumatic stress disorder in adults: a reflexive thematic analysis

Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2026 Dec;17(1):2685933. doi: 10.1080/20008066.2026.2685933. Epub 2026 Jul 17.ABSTRACTBackground: Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) has been included in the International Classification of Diseases, 11th revision (ICD-11) to recognize the impact of significant trauma(s) on an affected individual. C-PTSD has the core symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with additional symptoms …

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Complex PTSD symptom trajectories in trauma-exposed adolescents: a five-year longitudinal study

Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2026 Dec;17(1):2705022. doi: 10.1080/20008066.2026.2705022. Epub 2026 Aug 10.ABSTRACTABSTRACTBackground: Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom profile, prevalence, and risk factors have been studied in various populations across the lifespan. However, the longitudinal course of complex PTSD symptoms is unknown.Objective: The current study aimed to investigate the ICD-11 PTSD and complex …

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Body awareness and secondary traumatic stress among emergency nurses: A mixed-methods study

Int Emerg Nurs. 2026 Aug 10;88:101888. doi: 10.1016/j.ienj.2026.101888. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Emergency nurses are routinely exposed to workplace trauma, placing them at increased risk of secondary traumatic stress. Although body awareness has been proposed as a potential coping resource for stress regulation, its role in relation to secondary traumatic …

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Latent Profiles of Big Five Personality Traits in First Responders: Associations with PTSD, Psychological Distress, Social Support, Attachment, and Emotion Regulation Strategies

J Trauma Dissociation. 2026 Aug 5:1-16. doi: 10.1080/15299732.2026.2713774. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTFirst responders are routinely exposed to trauma, elevating risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related psychological difficulties. Personality traits influence adjustment through appraisals, emotion regulation, attachment, and social support; however, their role in this population is understudied. A sample …

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