Peer-led suicide prevention support for veterans with serious mental illness
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a suicide-prevention program delivered by trained peer specialists (other people with similar lived experience) to help veterans who are currently having suicidal thoughts. It aims to add ongoing support and improve safety and recovery for veterans with serious mental health conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are a veteran and have had suicidal thoughts in the past month or a suicide attempt in the past 3 months
- You have a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or mood disorders with psychotic features
- You can understand the study and give informed consent
- You can complete all required study questions and assessments
- You are not in a crisis that requires an urgent detox plan or immediate psychiatric hospitalization
- You are not currently intoxicated in a way that requires immediate detox or residential substance-use treatment
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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