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Evaluating a Recovery-Oriented Intensive Outpatient Program for Veterans at Risk for Suicide
Jared F Roush1, Karen M O'Brien1, Allyson L Ruha1
1South Texas Veterans Health Care System, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Crisis
|August 13, 2020
Summary
This study evaluated an intensive outpatient program for veterans at risk for suicide. Findings show a significant reduction in suicide ideation after treatment, suggesting program effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health
- Psychiatry
- Suicidology
Background:
- Suicide is a leading cause of death in the US.
- Military veterans exhibit elevated suicide risk.
- Suicide risk is complex and requires comprehensive psychotherapeutic intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate an interdisciplinary, recovery-oriented intensive outpatient program (IR-IOP).
- Assess the effectiveness of evidence-based suicide prevention strategies for at-risk veterans.
- Examine outcomes for veterans with diverse psychiatric diagnoses.
Main Methods:
- Veterans completed the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 and Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation.
- Measurements were taken pre- and post-participation in the IR-IOP.
- Archival data from the program evaluation were analyzed.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant decrease in suicide ideation severity was observed.
- Pre- and posttreatment scores indicated improvement.
- The IR-IOP demonstrated positive effects on suicide ideation.
Conclusions:
- Preliminary findings indicate the IR-IOP may be effective in reducing suicide ideation among veterans.
- A multifaceted psychotherapeutic approach is beneficial for suicide prevention in this population.
- Further research with control groups and follow-up data is warranted.
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