Improving support for Veterans transitioning to civilian life to reduce suicide risk
A mixed methods pilot trial of the STEP-Home workshop to improve reintegration and reduce suicide risk for recently transitioned Veterans
This study is all about helping Veterans who are moving from military to civilian life by offering a friendly online workshop that teaches important skills and connects them with support, all to help prevent suicide and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Boston Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10937070 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping Veterans who are transitioning from military to civilian life, a time when they are at increased risk for suicide. The STEP-Home workshop is designed to provide these Veterans with essential skills and support through video telehealth, aiming to improve their social connections and overall functioning. By adapting this program specifically for recently transitioned Veterans, the research seeks to enhance their engagement with available healthcare services and provide education on suicide prevention. The approach is non-clinical and cost-effective, targeting those who may be resistant to traditional mental health treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who have recently transitioned from military service and are experiencing challenges in reintegrating into civilian life.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who have not recently transitioned from military service may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce suicide rates among recently transitioned Veterans by improving their access to support and healthcare services.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar telehealth interventions aimed at improving mental health outcomes, indicating potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- VA Boston Health Care System — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fortier, Catherine Brawn — VA Boston Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Fortier, Catherine Brawn
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.