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THC-Based Medication Shows Promise for PTSD-Related Nightmares | The Educated Patient (via www.theeducatedpatient.com)

Dronabinol Shows Promise for PTSD Nightmares in New Research

New research highlights dronabinol as a potential treatment for PTSD-related nightmares.
Dronabinol is the pharmaceutical form of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a known cannabis compound.
The study was published in Nature Medicine and shows promise for this debilitating symptom.
THC's interaction with the endocannabinoid system may help modulate fear memories and sleep.

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DT Editorial Team·Aug 21, 2026·via nature.com

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PTSD therapy side effects remain rare among children and adolescents, analysis finds

PTSD Therapy Side Effects Rare in Children and Teens, Landmark Analysis Finds

First meta-analysis to examine side effects of PTSD psychotherapy in children and adolescents.
Analyzed 71 studies with over 5,600 young patients.
Found less than 0.01% symptom deterioration and 0.29% adverse events.
Most patients did not discontinue therapy prematurely.

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DT Editorial Team·Aug 16, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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A new front in the fight against malaria: Experimental bed nets halt parasite growth inside mosquitoes (via developmentstoday.com)

THC Trial Cuts PTSD Nightmares in 10-Week Study

A randomized controlled trial found dronabinol reduced nightmare frequency and intensity in adults with PTSD.
The study assigned 171 patients to dronabinol or placebo for 10 weeks of bedtime treatment.
Serious adverse events occurred in seven patients on dronabinol and none on placebo.
The authors said long-term efficacy and safety still need further evaluation.

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DT Editorial Team·Aug 5, 2026·via nature.com

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For veterans with severe PTSD, psilocybin-assisted therapy may help

Psilocybin Therapy Shows Early PTSD Gains in Veterans

A U.S. pilot study tested psilocybin-assisted therapy in 12 veterans with severe, treatment-resistant PTSD.
Researchers reported no serious adverse events and no significant rise in suicidal ideation scores.
Nine participants were in remission one month after treatment, but larger and longer studies are still needed.

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DT Editorial Team·Jul 30, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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PTSD therapy walks patients through past trauma

Treadmill-Based PTSD Therapy Shows Strong Early Promise

University of Alberta researchers say 3MDR is showing strong promise for PTSD treatment.
The therapy combines treadmill walking with brief exposure to self-selected trauma-related images and music.
Researchers say patients can see gains within weeks and maintain improvement for at least a year.
The clinical program began with military, veteran, first responder, and health care populations and has expanded to civilians.

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DT Editorial Team·Jul 26, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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Can effectiveness of memory processing be predicted with a saliva test?

Saliva Test May Predict Memory Processing Effectiveness, Study Finds

Higher progesterone-to-estradiol ratio in saliva predicts better fear extinction.
Study conducted in mice and humans using fear-conditioning paradigm.
Findings have implications for PTSD, phobias, and panic attacks.
Machine learning identified hormone combination as key predictor.

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DT Editorial Team·Jun 8, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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Online Therapy Program Cuts Post-Trauma Stress in Injured Children

Researchers said nearly half of children with physical trauma develop lasting post-traumatic stress symptoms.
The eight-session ReSeT program combines short interactive videos with therapist check-ins.
The randomized study found symptom reductions comparable to some face-to-face therapy trials.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 30, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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MRI-Guided TMS Shows Strong PTSD Signal in Military Clinical Trial

A clinical trial reported significant PTSD symptom reduction in 85% of participants.
The treatment is an MRI-guided version of TMS, a method already used in depression care.
The result could matter for active-duty military personnel and veterans with combat-related trauma.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 7, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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