Community Conversations to Prevent Suicide in Rural Alaska
Efficacy-Implementation Study for Promoting Community Conversations About Research to End Suicide (PC CARES) in Rural Alaska
This study is testing a program that brings people together in rural Alaska to learn about preventing suicide and see if it helps their communities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1075 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Michigan Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Fairbanks, Alaska and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06658808 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Promoting Community Conversations About Research to End Suicide (PC CARES) program in rural Alaska. It focuses on engaging community members through Learning Circles to enhance their knowledge and skills related to suicide prevention. The trial assesses both individual and community-level outcomes over time, aiming to identify sustainable methods for implementing the program in other Alaska Native communities. Participants include adults and youth from selected communities who will contribute to understanding the impact of community-based interventions on suicide prevention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 12 and older who live or work in the designated rural Alaskan communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the participating communities or are under the age of 12 may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce suicide rates in Alaska Native communities by empowering individuals and fostering community collaboration.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in community-based interventions for suicide prevention, indicating potential for success with this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Anyone aged 12 and over who lives or works in the designated communities may participate in this study.
Where this trial is running
Fairbanks, Alaska and 1 other locations
- Rural Human Services Program — Fairbanks, Alaska, United States (Recruiting)
- University of Michigan — Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lisa Wexler, PhD — Univer
- Study coordinator: Lisa Wexler, PhD
- Email: lwexler@umich.edu
- Phone: 734-764-7806
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.