Peer mentorship to reduce suicide attempts among high-risk adults (PREVAIL): Rationale and design of a randomized controlled effectiveness-implementation trial

Novel approaches to suicide prevention are needed to address increasing rates of suicide deaths. Research suggests that interventions led by certified Peer Specialists may improve suicide protective factors such as hope and connectedness; however, the effectiveness of a Peer Specialist intervention for reducing suicidal thoughts or behaviors has not previously been tested empirically.

Source: Contemporary Clinical Trials - September 12, 2019 Category: Radiology Authors: Adrienne Lapidos, Kristen M. Abraham, Jennifer Jagusch, James Garlick, Heather Walters, H. Myra Kim, Eduardo Vega, Laura Damschroder, Jane Forman, Brian Ahmedani, Cheryl King, Paul N. Pfeiffer Source Type: research