New group therapy aims to curb suicide risk in active duty troops

NCT ID NCT05401838

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a 12-session group therapy program (G-BCBT) for active duty military personnel who have recent suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. The therapy teaches emotion regulation, cognitive flexibility, and relapse prevention skills. Researchers will measure changes in suicidal ideation, coping abilities, and overall mental health compared to a standard treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Group Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (G-BCBT)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a shorter, effective group therapy option to reduce suicide risk in active duty military personnel.
What could go wrong: This is a pilot study with only 141 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy may not reduce suicidal thoughts more than existing treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder post-traumatic stress disorder Suicidal Ideation Suicide, Attempted

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY COPING SKILLS DEPRESSION PTSD SUICIDAL IDEATION SUICIDE, ATTEMPTED

Contacts and locations

Locations

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

Portsmouth, Virginia, 23708, United States

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