New emotion training cuts suicide risk in older adults

NCT ID NCT03026127

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new type of talk therapy that helps people aged 50 to 90 learn to change how they think about upsetting memories and feelings. The goal was to reduce the risk of suicide after a hospital stay for suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt. 107 participants took part, and the researchers measured brain activity to see if the therapy improved emotional control.

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  • Weill Cornell Institute of Geriatric Psychiatry, Weill Cornell Medicine

    White Plains, New York, 10605, United States

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