Effects of Games on Memory Reconsolidation and Trauma Symptoms
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of a visuospatial task on memory reconsolidation and trauma symptoms for trauma-exposed individuals after exposure to traumatic memory reactivation paradigm.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 65 * Fluent in written and spoken English * Has access to the internet * Access to a computer (laptop or desktop) with a camera that has video and audio recording capability * History of trauma exposure to either a motor vehicle (MVC), sexual assault, physical assault, or combat. Exclusion Criteria: * Insufficient emotional reactivity to the trauma memory reactivation video clip (\<5 the Peak Subjective Units of Distress Scale) * Presence of significant suicidality or a history of a suicide attempt within the past 6 months * History of psychosis within the past 6 months * Changes in psychotropic medication (≤ 8 weeks) * Currently receiving trauma-focused psychotherapy