Understanding challenges and suicide risk for veterans transitioning to civilian life
Official title: Measurement and Prediction of Reintegration Difficulty and Suicide Risk During the Military to Civilian Transition Period
Funded at James J Peters VA Medical Center · NIH-10982454 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the challenges veterans face when moving from military to civilian life, especially regarding their mental health and risk of suicide, to find ways to better support them during this important transition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | James J Peters VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2023 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK1RX004551-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10982454 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who are transitioning to civilian life and may be experiencing difficulties in reintegration.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not veterans or those who have already successfully transitioned to civilian life may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the difficulties faced by veterans as they transition from military to civilian life, focusing on their mental health and risk of suicide. By analyzing data from a VA research repository, the study aims to identify factors that contribute to reintegration challenges and how these challenges evolve over time. It will also explore personality traits that may predict difficulties in adapting to civilian roles. The goal is to develop effective assessments and interventions to support veterans during this critical transition period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support systems and interventions that reduce suicide risk among transitioning service members.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the mental health challenges faced by veterans, but this specific approach to measuring reintegration difficulties is novel.
Where this research is happening
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James J Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greene, Ashley L. — James J Peters VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Greene, Ashley L.
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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.