Web-Based Intervention for Suicidal Thoughts
(REST-V Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
Suicide prevention is a top priority for VA as all continue to seek new and inventive ways to reduce suicide rates among Veterans. Many experts agree that suicide prevention efforts could be improved by making suicide-specific interventions easier to access. The current project aims to move toward that goal by testing a web-based suicide prevention intervention using an experimental design. The roughly 40-minute intervention aims to teach Veterans coping skills that are designed to ease the emotional distress that often comes with thoughts of suicide. The project will evaluate whether Veterans who receive this intervention report more improvement in suicidal thoughts and behaviors than Veterans who receive a standard course of health care visits. Suicidal thoughts and behaviors will be measured over the course of one month. The investigators hypothesize that Veterans who receive the intervention will report lower suicidal thoughts and behaviors than those who receive the standard course of health care.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, it does exclude those with unmedicated bipolar disorder, which suggests that staying on certain medications might be necessary.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Re-Evaluating Suicidal Thoughts in the clinical trial Web-Based Intervention for Suicidal Thoughts?
Is the web-based intervention for suicidal thoughts safe for humans?
The research on web-based interventions for suicidal thoughts does not provide specific safety data, but it suggests that these interventions can be effective in reducing suicidal ideation and related symptoms. However, the studies highlight issues with defining and reporting adverse events, which makes it difficult to fully assess safety.12467
How is the Re-Evaluating Suicidal Thoughts treatment different from other treatments for suicidal thoughts?
The Re-Evaluating Suicidal Thoughts treatment is unique because it is a web-based intervention, making it accessible to individuals who may not have access to traditional in-person therapy. This approach allows for personalized safety planning and support through the internet, which can be particularly beneficial for those who are hard to reach or prefer online resources.458910
Research Team
Joseph W Boffa, PhD
Principal Investigator
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, New Orleans, LA
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for Veterans aged 18 or older who have had suicidal thoughts in the past two weeks. It's not suitable for those with active psychosis, unmedicated bipolar disorder, or severe substance use disorders requiring detox before other treatments.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants complete the REST intervention and baseline assessments
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in suicidal ideation and behaviors
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Re-Evaluating Suicidal Thoughts
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
VA Office of Research and Development
Lead Sponsor