Interference control training for PTSD: A randomized controlled trial of a novel computer-based intervention.

ABSTRACT: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic and debilitating condition characterized by persistent intrusive memories. Although effective treatments exist for PTSD, there is a need for development of alternative treatments. Diminished ability to control proactive interference may contribute to re-experiencing symptoms and may be a novel intervention target. The present study tested an intervention designed to modify proactive interference control clinicaltrials.gov identifier: (NCT02139137). Forty-two women with PTSD were randomly assigned to a computerized cognitive training or a control condition. The impact of these programs on cognitive performance and symptoms was assessed. PTSD re-experiencing symptoms and interference control performance improved significantly more for indivi

SUBMITTER: Bomyea J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4532583 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature