Official Title

Neural Mechanisms of Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and COVID Pandemic-related Stress

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to better understand how Mindfulness-based Mind-Body therapies work to help people with Posttraumatic Stress and Stress and Anxiety related to the COVID Pandemic. We want to learn more about how these treatments work so we can put together better treatments for people with PTSD and stress or worry. Time in the study altogether is generally about 16-18 weeks

Could this study be right for you?

For those suffering from PTSD: - Must be between 18 – 72 years of age - Must have current clinically significant symptoms of PTSD - Must be able to come to OSU Columbus campus for fMRI brain scan - Must be appropriate for group therapy Eligibility for those with Pandemic Stress: - Must be between 18 – 72 years of age - Must have current stress related to the pandemic - Must reside in selected zip codes / under-resourced areas in central Ohio (areas with high levels of residents with incomes near the poverty line) - Must be able to come to OSU Columbus campus for fMRI brain scan - Must be appropriate for group therapy - May have up to moderate depression and/or anxiety

Age Range

18 and up