Can problem-solving therapy save older veterans from suicide?
NCT ID NCT04763330
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aimed to see if adding Problem Solving Therapy to standard suicide safety planning could reduce suicidal thoughts in older veterans (age 55+) with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The trial planned to enroll 117 veterans but was terminated early. The approach focused on teaching practical problem-solving skills to address key risk factors like disability and thinking difficulties.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Syracuse VA Medical Center, Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York, 13210, United States
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VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, California, 94304-1207, United States
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