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Suicide Risk Clinical Trial in Baltimore, MD

Access cutting-edge suicide risk treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Baltimore. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Baltimore

    Convenient for MD residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Baltimore site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Suicide Risk Study in Baltimore

This study examines a novel way to prevent suicide among Veterans with serious mental illness (SMI). It will assess the efficacy of PREVAIL-VA, a 3-month intervention of 12, one-on-one sessions between a Peer Specialist (PS) and a Veteran that involve semi-structured conversations focused on hope, belongingness, support, and safety. PSs are Veterans with SMI trained to use their own experience and recovery to help other Veterans with SMI. PSs have improved mental health outcomes in other research, but this study would be the first to test their efficacy for suicide prevention in VHA. The project will compare outcomes of Veterans at risk for suicide receiving usual care, to PREVAIL-VA. This work is responsive to national calls for Veterans with SMI to receive support that is evidence-based, improves recovery (not just symptoms), and is tailored to individual needs. If successful, PREVAIL-VA could be adopted by the 1400 Peer Specialists employed in VA, greatly increasing the delivery of evidence-based services to Veterans at risk for suicide.

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

There are two Inclusion criteria:
Moderate to high suicide risk according to one of the following occurring in the prior 3 months:
a completed Comprehensive Suicide Risk Evaluation (CSRE) indicating intermediate or high acute or chronic risk
a high-risk suicide PRF
a suicide attempt indicated on a Suicide Behavior or Overdose Report (SBOR)
a suicide safety plan completed in the past 6 months AND
Current suicidal ideation according to the 9th item of the Patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9) \> 0 at enrollment
While a positive 9th item usually precedes the CSRE, because the CSRE could have been administered in the 3 months prior to enrollment, the purpose of requiring a positive 9th item is to ensure more recent suicidal ideation.
It may be more difficult to show an intervention effect if the investigators enroll participants with no suicidal ideation at baseline.

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to provide informed consent for any reason, including due to acute psychosis or mania, dementia, or active guardianship or durable power of attorney
These criteria will be determined according to medical record review and, if clarification needed, consultation with a treating provider.
The investigators will also screen for decision-making capacity using the Blessed Orientation, Memory, Concentration (BOMC) Test and a brief quiz about the study.
This quiz will involve an iterative process of querying the participants' understanding of consent information with a 10-item true/false test and providing feedback until an acceptable level of understanding is achieved (must get 100% correct after 3 tries to enroll).
Current or planned receipt of residential or intensive outpatient treatment
Plan to transfer or terminate care in the next 3 months
Homicidal ideation in the past 6 months or violent behavior in the past 12 months

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Baltimore?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07286383) has an active research site in Baltimore, MD that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Suicide Risk Treatment Options in Baltimore, MD

If you're searching for suicide risk treatment options in Baltimore, MD, this clinical trial (NCT07286383) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Baltimore research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced suicide risk specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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