In our clinic, we plan to conduct research two years after the initial assessments (January-April 2024 and one year ago, January-June 2025) of children and adolescents with trauma exposure who were evaluated as part of their thesis studies. The aim is to re-evaluate these individuals to determine how many continue to receive a PTSD diagnosis, how many receive a diagnosis of K-PTSD, and what factors are associated with these changes. This research aims to contribute to the literature on the long-term effects of trauma exposure.
Who can participate
Age range
7 Years – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Children-adolescents who were exposed to at least one traumatic event and who were evaluated within the scope of the thesis study two year ago (January-April 2024), and one year ago (January-June 2025), Children and adolescents aged 7-18, Children and/or parents with adequate literacy and Turkish language skills.
Exclusion Criteria:
* The presence of psychotic/manic symptoms in the child or parent during the interview or any condition that makes the interview and assessment impossible (e.g., mental or developmental condition or a different communication language), The child or parent refusing to participate in the study, The presence of autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability at a severity that prevents assessment.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Prevalence of PTSD and Complex PTSD in Children and Adolescents Exposed to Trauma
Timeframe: from january 2024 to august 2026
2
Factors Associated with the Diagnosis of PTSD and Complex PTSD