Mobile Intervention for Suicidal Thoughts

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byKirsten H Dillon, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Stay on Your Current Meds

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

One of the factors that contributes to suicide risk is what is known as a "suicidal belief system." This belief system is made up of several cognitions that been associated with suicide risk among military personnel. Modification of these cognitions may reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The study team has developed a brief mobile intervention entitled the Mobile Intervention for Suicidal Thoughts (MIST) that uses evidence-based interpretation bias modification techniques to reduce these suicide cognitions. The goal of this project is to is to conduct a pilot trial of the MIST intervention to evaluate whether it is feasible an acceptable as an adjunct treatment for Veterans with suicidal ideation.

Research Team

Kirsten H Dillon, PhD

Principal Investigator

Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for veterans experiencing suicidal thoughts. It's designed to see if a mobile intervention can help change harmful belief systems related to suicide risk. Participants should be military personnel who are open to using their mobile device as part of the treatment.

Inclusion Criteria

Can read at least 6th grade level material, established by their demonstrated ability to read the consent form and answer basic questions about it

Veterans using the Durham VA Health Care System

Endorsing suicidal ideation without intent in the last 30 days, established via C-SSRS

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Exclusion Criteria

Currently in a period of active psychosis or mania, established via the SCID-5

Endorsing suicidal intent, established via C-SSRS

Have used the MIST intervention before as part of another research study

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Mobile Intervention for Suicidal Thoughts (MIST) (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe study tests a new mobile app called MIST, which aims to modify beliefs and reduce suicidal thoughts. It will be used alongside usual treatments and compared with safety planning alone, without the app.

Participant Groups

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Safety planning, treatment as usual, and MISTExperimental Treatment3 Interventions

Participants will get a safety plan, treatment as usual, and the MIST intervention.

Group II: Safety planning and treatment as usualActive Control2 Interventions

Participants will get a safety plan and treatment as usual.