Study of Physical Health for Women With Posttraumatic Stress or Depression

N/ACompletedNCT01208844

Nova Southeastern University59 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study is to obtain a better understanding of how stress is related to health risks.

Participants complete up to two study visits of approximately 3-4 hours each. The first study visit involves an interview about life experiences and emotions. If the participant is eligible for the second assessment, the average length of time between visit 1 and visit 2 will be 1-7 days. The second visit included physical measurements such as cholesterol and blood pressure, performing math and speaking tasks, and surveys to help us learn about healthy behaviors and emotions. No further follow-up of participants is conducted beyond the two study visits.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Healthy Stress, Psychological Depression Posttraumatic Stress Disorders

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 50 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Pre-menopausal * Must be able to speak and read English fluently Exclusion Criteria: * Specific medications and chronic diseases * History of heart attack (myocardial infarction) * Pregnant or given birth in last 3 months * Peri-menopausal or post-menopausal

Locations (1)

Center for Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Number of Cardiovascular Risk Factors

This primary outcome will be assessed at the second study visit (1-7 days from first study visit for those who are eligible).

Time frame: Single assessment timepoint

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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