Reducing gun violence in injured adults

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 research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of a hospital-based violence intervention called Bridging the Gap for adults who have suffered violence-related injuries. Approximately 616 participants will be enrolled and randomly assigned to either receive the Bridging the Gap intervention or standard treatment. The intervention includes in-hospital support and six months of community case management services aimed at reducing violent behaviors and improving overall outcomes. Participants will also complete various assessments related to their experiences, behaviors, and mental health to better understand the intervention's impact.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* They receive treatment in the hospital for a violence-related injury (e.g., gunshot wound)
* They are 18 years or older
* They are English speaking
* They are eligible for BTG services (which includes living within the BTG catchment area for the hospital; Richmond City and neighboring counties)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-English speaking
* Age \<18
* Prisoners

Where it's running

• Virginia Commonwealth University
  Richmond, Virginia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Nicholas Thomson — Virginia Commonwealth University
• Study coordinator: Nicholas Thomson
• Email: Nicholas.Thomson@vcuhealth.org
• Phone: 804-628-5541

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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.