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Official title Development of a Recovery Oriented Treatment for Post-Acute Suicidal Episode (PASE) Veterans
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04731519
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Mental health care for Veterans with suicidal symptoms is of paramount import to the VA. Unfortunately, VA suicide reports show suicide rates increasing, suggesting a need for enhancing current VA suicide mental health care efforts.
- Time commitment: about 18 months
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- suicide attempt, or creation of a suicide plan with intent or preparatory behavior, within the past year, as assessed using the Columbia Suicide...
- participation in mental health services at the JJPVA
- sufficient clinical stability and readiness to participate in a group therapy as deemed by a mental health treatment provider
- sufficient medical stability as deemed by a medical provider
- Veteran of US Military
You likely can't join if
- active alcohol or opiate dependence requiring medically supervised withdrawal
- imminent risk of suicidal or homicidal behavior
- acute suicidal episode within past week
- current acute suicidal symptoms (based on scores of the BSI and SBQ-R - see above)
- inability to perform CI-CT treatment tasks based on their performance on a sample reading and writing task from the CI-CT manual (given during...
- unable to speak English
See the full eligibility criteria
- suicide attempt, or creation of a suicide plan with intent or preparatory behavior, within the past year, as assessed using the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (CSSRS) - to provide this information, in addition...
- participation in mental health services at the JJPVA
- sufficient clinical stability and readiness to participate in a group therapy as deemed by a mental health treatment provider
- sufficient medical stability as deemed by a medical provider
- Veteran of US Military
- resides in NYC region
- active alcohol or opiate dependence requiring medically supervised withdrawal
- imminent risk of suicidal or homicidal behavior
- acute suicidal episode within past week
- current acute suicidal symptoms (based on scores of the BSI and SBQ-R - see above)
- inability to perform CI-CT treatment tasks based on their performance on a sample reading and writing task from the CI-CT manual (given during screening), operationalized as an ability to read the sample material...
- unable to speak English
- lack of capacity to consent
- unable or unwilling to provide at least one contact for emergency purposes
- unable to attend outpatient group treatment program
- participation in another intervention RCT
- insufficient interpersonal functioning to function appropriately within the group assessed through a consultation with the referrer and the Veterans' mental health provider about their interpersonal functioning and...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- The Bronx, New York, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation likely.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 18 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include The Bronx, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.