Can a brief talk therapy session prevent suicide in the military?

NCT ID NCT05795764

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a short counseling session called Crisis Response Planning (CRP) helps reduce suicidal thoughts and attempts in active-duty military members who come to the emergency department with suicide risk. Participants are randomly assigned to receive CRP or standard care. The goal is to see if CRP is more effective than usual treatment in preventing future suicidal behavior.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Crisis Response Planning (CRP)

What this could lead to

If effective, CRP could become a standard brief intervention to reduce suicide risk among military personnel.

What could go wrong

This is a single-site trial with 700 participants; results may not generalize to all settings. CRP may not outperform usual care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Suicidal Ideation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Naval Medical Center San Diego

    San Diego, California, 92134, United States