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Rated Most Effective by People with PTSD 1. Cognitive Behavior Therapy
2. Avoid certain places
3. Avoid certain noises
4. Art therapy
5. Exercise
6. Use clear shower curtain
7. Psychotherapy
8. Medical marijuana
9. Anti-anxiety medication
10. Daily routine
CureTogether’s study compiled responses from 531 people with PTSD, who rated the effectiveness of 31 different treatments. Among the most helpful treatments were Cognitive Behavior Therapy, avoiding places and noises that trigger symptoms, art therapy, and exercise. Also highly effective for those in the study were having a daily routine and participating in support groups. Also on the list was the use of a clear shower curtain, which addresses the fear some have of hidden threats. In contrast people in the study said anti-depressants and Exposure Therapy were not as effective. Where did this data come from? This is the result of a four-year CureTogether study on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. We’d like to thank those who participated. And just as they shared their experience with PTSD treatments, we’re freely and openly sharing the results of the PTSD study. This is part of a regular series of CureTogether research findings. CureTogether’s research findings are different than those made by 23andMe, which look at genetic associations with illness, traits and drug response. But as we continue our work with the CureTogether community, 23andMe hopes to incorporate more of this kind of self-reported information into our own research. CureTogether present its findings just as they are — patient-reported data — to stimulate discussion and generate new insights for further research. Please tweet, blog, or pass this along to anyone who can benefit or is interested in PTSD. Thank you!