A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Yoga Program for Trauma Symptoms

A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Yoga Program for Trauma Symptoms

The purpose of the proposed study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and yoga program for improving posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and sleep quality in people who have experienced a traumatic event and are reporting trauma symptoms.

The purpose of the proposed study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and yoga program for improving posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and sleep quality in people who have experienced a traumatic event and are reporting trauma symptoms. The total length of the program will be 8 weeks. The sessions will be held 3 hours per week with 1.5 hours of group cognitive behavioral therapy and 1.5 hours of yoga. Changes in PTSD symptoms and sleep quality will be measured at baseline, immediately following the program, and at 2 month follow-up.

Inclusion Criteria:

• clinically diagnosed posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or subthreshold PTSD symptoms

Exclusion Criteria:

• current uncontrolled psychotic or bipolar disorder, significant cognitive impairment, substance dependence, non-English speaking, or a significant medical condition that would interfere with participation in the yoga portion of the program