Empowerment sessions for suicidal African American women in abusive relationships
Group Interventions for Abused, Suicidal Black Women
This study is testing whether special support sessions can help African American women in abusive relationships who are feeling suicidal feel better compared to standard treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 397 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 64 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Emory University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Atlanta, Georgia) |
| Trial ID | NCT00601939 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of culturally competent psychoeducational empowerment sessions aimed at treating suicidal African-American women who are currently in abusive relationships. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive psychoeducational intervention or enhanced treatment as usual. The study involves initial surveys to assess life events and feelings, followed by treatment at Grady Health System. The focus is on addressing the unique cultural and social factors that contribute to suicidal behavior in this demographic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are African-American females who have experienced an abusive relationship and a suicide attempt within the past year.
Not a fit: Patients who are acutely psychotic or have significant cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce suicidal behavior and improve mental health outcomes for African American women in abusive relationships.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with culturally tailored interventions for mental health, suggesting potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Identifies as an African-American female * Abusive relationship within the 12 months prior to study entry * Suicide attempt within the 12 months prior to study entry * Seeks services at Grady Health System Exclusion Criteria: * Score of less than 22 on Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) * Score of less than 18 on Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine (REALM) * Acutely psychotic
Where this trial is running
Atlanta, Georgia
- Grady Hospital — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nadine J. Kaslow, PhD — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Nadine J. Kaslow, PhD
- Email: nkaslow@emory.edu
- Phone: 404-616-4757
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.