Research · United States
APA: not all PTSD therapies keep veterans in treatment
A study finds 1 in 4 veterans drop out of PTSD psychotherapy before resolving trauma; intensive outpatient and group exposure show better retention.
An APA news release covers research showing about a quarter of service members and veterans drop out of PTSD psychotherapy before completing it, with group-based exposure therapy and intensive outpatient programs showing lower dropout rates.
The piece highlights formats that may sustain engagement — relevant given how often trauma-focused therapy is recommended but not finished.
Read the APA's full release for the study design and recommendations.
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