New therapy shows promise in reducing suicide risk for older adults
NCT ID NCT03026127
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tested a new type of talk therapy that helps older adults (ages 50-90) 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 attempts. The therapy focused on improving emotion regulation skills, and the researchers measured brain activity to see if the training was working.
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Weill Cornell Institute of Geriatric Psychiatry, Weill Cornell Medicine
White Plains, New York, 10605, United States
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