Brief cognitive behavioral therapy reduces suicide attempts by veterans

Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Reduces Suicide Attempts by Veterans

Military personnel and veterans reporting recent suicidal ideation and/or suicidal behaviors can benefit from brief cognitive behavioral therapy (BCBT), which reduces suicide attempts, according to a study.

BCBT significantly lowers the risk and rate of suicide attempts among U.S. military personnel and veterans with recent suicidal ideation or behaviors compared to present-centered therapy.

Both therapies reduce suicidal ideation, but BCBT shows greater effectiveness in preventing suicide attempts, with a hazard ratio of 0.25 and a risk ratio of 0.24.

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Author's summary: Brief cognitive therapy helps veterans.

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