Veterans' brain scans could unlock new suicide prevention strategies
NCT ID NCT06355284
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study uses functional MRI to examine brain activity in trauma-exposed veterans with obsessive-compulsive personality traits, known as overcontrol. Overcontrol can strain relationships and increase suicide risk. The study aims to test whether the brain scanning methods and remote monitoring tools are practical and acceptable for future research. If the methods work, they could help develop new treatments that combine brain stimulation with therapy.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Functional MRI (brain scanning during cognitive tasks)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could pave the way for new treatments that combine brain stimulation with therapy to improve social skills and reduce suicide risk in veterans.
What could go wrong
This is a very early pilot study with only 59 participants, focused on testing methods, not treatment. The results may not apply to all veterans or lead directly to new therapies.
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Locations
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Providence VA Medical Center, Providence, RI
Providence, Rhode Island, 02908-4734, United States