VR headset training aims to equip rural doctors to prevent veteran suicides

NCT ID NCT07219355

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) training program can help healthcare providers better counsel rural veterans about suicide prevention and safe storage of firearms and medications. Thirty-six providers will be randomly assigned to either the VR training or a standard 2D video training. Researchers will measure changes in confidence, comfort, and intention to use these counseling skills through surveys before, after, and three months later.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Virtual reality lethal means safety training
What this could lead to: If successful, this VR training could become a scalable tool to improve how healthcare providers discuss suicide prevention with rural veterans, potentially reducing suicide rates.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training may not change real-world counseling behavior or affect suicide rates directly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Suicide Prevention Suicide, Attempted Suicide, Completed

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING RURAL HEALTH SUICIDE PREVENTION SUICIDE, ATTEMPTED SUICIDE, COMPLETED VETERANS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Texas at Arlington
RECRUITING

Arlington, Texas, 76019, United States

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