Investigating psychological patterns in individuals with suicidal thoughts and behaviors

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the neuropsychological differences between individuals who have attempted suicide, those with suicidal ideation, a clinical control group, and healthy controls. Participants will undergo a one-time neuropsychological assessment at the University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Bern in Switzerland. The study seeks to identify psychological factors that differentiate these groups and to assess the feasibility of a specific home treatment approach for those at risk. The findings could enhance understanding of the transition from suicidal thoughts to actions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Subjects fulfilling the following inclusion criteria are eligible for the study:

* Informed consent as documented by signature
* Age ≥ 18 years

Additional inclusion criterion for the SUAT group in project 1:

• At least one previous suicide attempt

Additional inclusion criterion for the SUID group in project 1:

• Suicidal ideation

Additional inclusion criterion for the CLIN group in project 1:

• Current psychiatric disorder treated on an inpatient, day-care or outpatient basis For the HLTH group, no further inclusion criteria are formulated.

Exclusion Criteria:

The presence of any one of the following exclusion criteria leads to exclusion of the subject:

* Serious cognitive impairment
* Any current psychotic disorder
* Any current medication, which substantially impairs the attention span, reaction rate or any other relevant cognitive functions
* Inability to follow the procedures of the study (e.g., insufficient mastery of the German language, previous enrolment into the current study)

Additional exclusion criterion for the SUID group:

• Previous suicidal behavior

Additional exclusion criteria for the CLIN and HLTH groups:

* Previous suicidal behavior
* Suicidal ideation

Additional exclusion criterion for the HLTH group:

• Current psychiatric disorder treated on an inpatient, day-care or outpatient basis

Where it's running

• University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern
  Bern, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Anja C. Gysin-Maillart, PD Dr. phil. — University of Bern, University Hospital of Psychiatry, Translational Research Center
• Study coordinator: Anja C. Gysin-Maillart, PD Dr. phil.
• Email: anja.gysin-maillart@unibe.ch
• Phone: +41 (0) 31 632 88 11

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.