SUICIDE

This study tested a new 10-session group therapy program called 'Project Life Force' for Veterans at high risk for suicide. It taught coping skills and helped Veterans create and improve a personal safety plan to use during a crisis. The goal was to see if this group approach wor…

This study tested if combining two existing treatments could better reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors in veterans at high risk. Veterans recently hospitalized for suicide risk received either a special talk therapy plus a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation treatment, or…

This study tested a mobile app called WisePath, designed to help adults manage suicidal thoughts and problematic alcohol use. 127 adults at risk for suicide were randomly assigned to use either the WisePath app or a set of standard wellness resources for 12 weeks. Researchers mea…

This study tested whether a 'Safety Plan' tool could be successfully used in a busy emergency department to help people at immediate risk of suicide. The plan helps patients identify warning signs, coping strategies, and people to contact during a crisis. Researchers wanted to se…

This study tested whether a digital screening system called 'eScreening' works better than standard paper methods in VA clinics. The goal was to see if using iPads helps identify mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and suicide risk more quickly and reliably in post-9/11 V…

This study tested a new safety program designed to help prevent suicide among Veterans. The program involved conversations with Veterans about safely storing firearms and medications to reduce immediate risk. Researchers worked with 40 Veterans to see if the program was practical…

This study tested a suicide prevention program designed for mothers in rural Pakistan. Researchers wanted to see if this program could be successfully added to existing community mental health services. They worked with 50 women who were pregnant or had young children and were at…

This study aimed to find the best way to combine community support programs to prevent suicide and build strength in American Indian youth ages 10-29 who were at risk. Researchers tested different sequences of three approaches: a brief counseling program (New Hope), a cultural co…

This study tested whether a brief safety planning intervention could reduce suicide risk for people leaving jail. Researchers enrolled 800 pretrial jail detainees who were at risk for suicide and randomly assigned them to receive either standard care or the safety planning progra…

This study tested a program called 'Wakȟáŋyeža' (Little Holy One) designed to support Native American families on a Northern Plains reservation. The program combined parenting skills, mental health support, and cultural teachings to help caregivers heal from trauma and stress, im…

This Yale University study tested a new therapy designed to prevent suicide in adolescents and young adults with depression or bipolar disorder. The therapy teaches self-help strategies to create more regular daily routines, especially for sleep, with the goal of improving brain …

This small pilot study tested a new training program called 'Crisis Ready' for people involved in a law-enforcement assisted diversion program. The training teaches participants how to use the 988 crisis hotline and how to administer naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose. Resear…

This study tested whether specific public health messages could encourage veterans at risk for suicide to seek mental health care during their first year after leaving military service. Researchers worked with 355 veterans who reported suicidal thoughts but were reluctant to get …

This study tested whether special training for staff in youth residential facilities could help prevent suicide and self-harm among the young people living there. About 1,000 staff and youth participated. Researchers compared facilities where staff received the new training and c…

This study looked at whether people with alcohol problems who have experienced suicidal thoughts could benefit from a therapy session about the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Researchers wanted to understand who uses the crisis line during a suicidal crisis and who doesn't…

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people experiencing suicidal thoughts. Researchers wanted to see if the app was practical, safe, and acceptable to use. They enrolled 10 adults who had recent suicidal thoughts to try the app and provide feedback.

This study tested a new Virtual Reality (VR) program designed to help teenagers hospitalized for suicidal thoughts. The VR program lets them safely practice the skills needed to return to their regular school. Researchers worked with 54 teens to see if the program was practical t…

This study tested whether a smartphone app could help people manage suicidal thoughts after leaving the hospital. 103 adults who had been hospitalized for suicidal thoughts used an app that sent them random, automated reminders to use their personal safety plan or general coping …

This VA study tested a new approach to suicide prevention for high-risk Veterans. It paired Veterans struggling with suicidal thoughts and depression with trained 'Peer Specialists'—fellow Veterans who have faced similar challenges. The goal was to see if this mentorship, focused…

This study tested a group workshop called STEP-Home, designed to help post-9/11 Veterans who were struggling to adjust after military service. The workshop taught practical skills for managing emotions, solving problems, and focusing attention to improve daily life and community …

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people cope with suicidal thoughts and prevent self-harm. Researchers worked with 31 adults who recently experienced suicidal thoughts to see if the app was easy to use, safe, and acceptable. The main goal was to gather init…

This study tested a 12-week online class called 'Living with Hope' for adults who had recently attempted suicide. The class taught coping skills based on cognitive behavioral therapy. Researchers wanted to see if the class safely reduced suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and if im…

This study aimed to understand if people experiencing a suicidal crisis have changes in their thinking skills, like memory and attention. Researchers gave a short paper-and-pencil test to 140 adults hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. The goal was to s…

This study aimed to find biological markers, or signs, that could help predict suicide risk in people with major depression. Researchers used brain scans, thinking tests, and behavioral tasks to measure how people process pain, reward, and attention. They followed 97 adults with …

This study tested a new digital app designed to provide education and social support to teenagers at risk of suicide. Researchers enrolled 75 teens and their caregivers to see if the app was easy to use and helpful. The main goal was to gather feedback on the app's design and fea…