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Mental Health Resiliency Intervention for Suicide Prevention in Nurses

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Recruiting
Sponsor: Ohio State University
Disqualifiers: Low suicide risk, Under 18, Prior participation, others
No Placebo Group
Approved in 1 Jurisdiction

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The overall purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of an intervention designed to prevent nurse suicide. This randomized controlled trial will test the modified Interactive Screening Program (mISP) alone and the mISP combined with a program called MINDBODYSTRONG. The mISP is a method of screening to detect clinicians at moderate to high risk for suicide and referring them for treatment through an encrypted anonymous on-line platform. MINDBODYSTRONG© is an adaptation of a well-tested cognitive-behavioral skills building intervention (also known as COPE in the literature) that provides a cognitive-behavior theory-based approach to decrease depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation and improve healthy lifestyle beliefs and behaviors in at-risk populations. MINDBODYSTRONG© will involve eight self-paced computerized sessions designed specifically for nurses and clinicians. Nurses will be recruited nationally through the professional nursing organizations and health systems.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment MINDBODYSTRONG™ for improving mental health in nurses?

Research shows that mindfulness-based interventions, which are part of the MINDBODYSTRONG™ program, can reduce anxiety, depression, and stress in nurses, and slightly improve their overall well-being.12345

Is the Mental Health Resiliency Intervention for Suicide Prevention in Nurses safe?

Mindfulness-based interventions, similar to the ones used in the Mental Health Resiliency Intervention, have been shown to be safe and beneficial for nurses, improving mental health and well-being without reported adverse effects.23678

What makes the MINDBODYSTRONG treatment unique for suicide prevention in nurses?

MINDBODYSTRONG is unique because it combines cognitive-behavioral skills with a focus on resilience, insight, self-compassion, and empowerment, specifically tailored for nurses to improve mental health and prevent burnout, which are key factors in suicide prevention.12569

Research Team

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for registered nurses who are at moderate to high risk of suicide, as identified by the HEAR-specific interactive screening program. Nurses must self-identify as such and be recognized nationally through the American Nurses Association.

Inclusion Criteria

Self-identify as a registered nurse
Identified as moderate to high risk of suicide by the HEAR-specific interactive screening program assignment

Exclusion Criteria

Low risk of suicide by the HEAR-specific interactive screening program assignment.

Trial Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive the mISP and/or MINDBODYSTRONG© intervention, including 8 self-paced computerized sessions and weekly reminders

8 weeks
Weekly virtual check-ins

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and other mental health outcomes

12 months
Follow-up surveys at 3, 6, and 12 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • MINDBODYSTRONG™ (Cognitive-behavioral skills building intervention)
Trial OverviewThe study is testing two approaches: one group will use the HEAR program alone, which screens and refers clinicians for treatment anonymously online; another group will combine HEAR with MINDBODYSTRONG©, a cognitive-behavioral intervention with eight sessions designed to reduce depression and suicidal thoughts.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Active Control
Group I: mISPActive Control1 Intervention
Participants who are identified as having moderate to high risk of suicide, as identified by suicide risk on the ISP, will be contacted by a mental health counselor who will engage them through the mISP encrypted interface online. The mental health counselor will offer counseling online through encryption or on the phone. Where indicated, the mental health counselor will provide the crisis hotline, and encourage participants to use their insurance provider and/or Employee Assistance Program to obtain treatment. The mental health counselor will offer to help with referrals and will bridge high-risk participants into treatment. Participants who are not identified as having moderate to high risk of suicide will be thanked for their time.
Group II: mISP plus MINDSTRONGActive Control1 Intervention
Participants identified as having a moderate to high risk of suicide based on ISP screening will then be randomized. Participants randomized to the MINDBODYSTRONG© program (intervention) will receive the 8-session online interactive program. Reminders will be sent weekly to complete the next MINDBODYSTRONG© session and a MINDBODYSTRONG© trained coach will check in with participants by phone at baseline, weeks 3 and 5 of the on-line program to reinforce key program concepts and assess whether participants are completing the weekly skills building activities. Nurses assigned to the control group will only receive the mISP alone (aforementioned) and will be contacted for follow-up surveys.

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Ohio State University

Lead Sponsor

Trials
891
Recruited
2,659,000+
Dr. John J. Warner profile image

Dr. John J. Warner

Ohio State University

Chief Executive Officer since 2023

MD, MBA

Dr. Peter Mohler profile image

Dr. Peter Mohler

Ohio State University

Chief Medical Officer since 2023

PhD in Molecular Biology

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Collaborator

Trials
36
Recruited
10,500+

University of San Diego

Collaborator

Trials
6
Recruited
11,100+

Findings from Research

The MINDBODYSTRONG program significantly improved healthy lifestyle beliefs and behaviors among 100 hospital personnel, including 93 nurses, indicating its effectiveness in promoting overall well-being.
Participants experienced significant reductions in anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout after completing the program, especially those who initially reported higher levels of these issues, highlighting its potential to enhance mental health in healthcare settings.
A cognitive-behavioral skills building program improves mental health and enhances healthy lifestyle behaviors in nurses and other hospital employees.Hoying, J., Terry, A., Kelly, S., et al.[2023]
The RISE intervention, which stands for resilience, insight, self-compassion, and empowerment, is designed to improve mental health and well-being among nurses by addressing stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue through eight psychoeducational group sessions.
Based on a combination of mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, RISE aims to provide nurses with effective coping strategies and support, contributing to the literature on interventions that enhance well-being in high-stress healthcare environments.
A Psychoeducational Group Intervention for Nurses: Rationale, Theoretical Framework, and Development.Bailey, AK., Sawyer, AT., Robinson, PS.[2023]
A randomized controlled trial involving 118 psychiatric nurses showed that an 8-week guided self-help mindfulness intervention significantly increased mindfulness and psychological resilience while reducing job burnout compared to a control group that received only a psycho-educational brochure.
The results suggest that guided self-help mindfulness interventions are effective and accessible methods for improving mental health and well-being among psychiatric nurses working in high-stress environments.
Guided self-help mindfulness-based intervention for increasing psychological resilience and reducing job burnout in psychiatric nurses: A randomized controlled trial.Wang, Q., Luan, Y., Liu, D., et al.[2023]

References

A cognitive-behavioral skills building program improves mental health and enhances healthy lifestyle behaviors in nurses and other hospital employees. [2023]
A Psychoeducational Group Intervention for Nurses: Rationale, Theoretical Framework, and Development. [2023]
Effects of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on Mental Health in Nurses: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. [2022]
Guided self-help mindfulness-based intervention for increasing psychological resilience and reducing job burnout in psychiatric nurses: A randomized controlled trial. [2023]
Entangled: A mixed method analysis of nurses with mental health problems who die by suicide. [2023]
Caring for COVID's emotional long haulers. [2023]
The Impact of an Online Mindfulness-Based Practice Program on the Mental Health of Brazilian Nurses during the COVID-19 Pandemic. [2023]
The Impact of an Innovative Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program on the Health and Well-Being of Nurses Employed in a Corporate Setting. [2022]
Promotion of women's mental health: the influence of physical health and the environment. [2020]