Neurofeedback for Depression and Suicidal Thoughts in Veterans
Suicide Specific Rumination in Veterans
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Depression
Suicide
Mood Disorders
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 15 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for veterans aged 18-65 who have experienced suicidal thoughts. Participants will learn how to manage their brain activity with real-time feedback while receiving mental health treatment.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am a U.S. military veteran between 18-65 years old.
- I have a score of 10 or more on the Suicide Rumination Scale.
- I am stable on my mental health medications.
- I am engaged in mental health care treatment.
- I can give written consent.
- I have a negative pregnancy test on MRI scan days.
You may not be able to join if
- I have a major medical or neurological disorder that could interfere with treatment.
- I have had a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury.
- I am at imminent risk of suicide.
- I have a current psychotic disorder.
- I have any MRI contraindications.
- I have a moderate or severe substance use disorder for any substance other than cannabis or alcohol.
- I am pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Few treatments target core features of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in Veterans. Real-time functional magnetic resonance imaging neurofeedback can provide information regarding brain activation associated with suicide-specific rumination, defined as a "repetitive mental fixation on one's suicidal thoughts and intentions." The goal of this feasibility study is for Veterans to learn strategies fo…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* U.S. military veteran between 18-65 years old
* negative pregnancy test on MRI scan days
* score greater than or equal to 10 on the Suicide Rumination Scale
* clinically stabilized on psychotropic medications
* engaged in mental health care treatment
* able to provide written,…
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