The effects of positive patient testimonials on PTSD treatment choice

► Among treatment naïve undergraduates, testimonials increased the proportion choosing PE alone. ► Among a treatment naïve, trauma-exposed community sample, testimonials increased the choice of combined treatment. ► These effects were not observed for those with histories of psychotherapeutic or pharmacological treatment. ► Testimonials also affected ratings of treatment credibility and personal reactions toward treatment options. ► Gender and PTSD diagnosis did not moderate these findings.