Crisis Response Planning for Military Personnel

Moderators of the Effectiveness of Crisis Response Planning (CRP) for Military Personnel

The study is a randomized trial comparing outcomes of active duty service members who present to the emergency department at risk for suicide and receive care from providers trained in crisis response planning versus those providing treatment as usual.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Active duty service members
• >18 years old
• Present to the emergency department at NMCSD with a primary concern related to suicidal ideation, plan, intention, or attempt, or are assessed as being at elevated risk of suicidal behavior
• Able to understand and speak English
• Able to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to provide informed consent due to impaired mental status (e.g., acute intoxication, psychosis, mania, altered consciousness)