Suicide-related stuck thoughts study for veterans
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a type of repetitive, stuck thinking about suicide (called rumination) can be measured in veterans and if it relates to changes in brain activity. It may help develop better treatments for suicidal thoughts.
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Who can take part
- You are a U.S. military veteran between 18 and 65 years old.
- You currently have a score of 10 or higher on a scale that measures repetitive, stuck thoughts about suicide (called suicide rumination).
- You are already receiving mental health care and your medications for mental health have been stable for a while.
- You do not have a serious brain injury, current psychosis, or an immediate risk of suicide.
- You do not have a substance use disorder for drugs other than mild alcohol or cannabis use.
- If you are able to become pregnant, you must have a negative pregnancy test before MRI scan days and not be trying to become pregnant.
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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